Senior Safety Engineer
Job Posting Location: Jefferson City, MO
Posting Start Date: 8/25/26
Req Id: 9816
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Remote, Onsite or Hybrid?: Onsite
Position DescriptionThe Safety Engineer is responsible for managing safety programs across the factory. This role involves ensuring all safety initiatives are current and updated as needed to stay ahead of industry trends. The role also involves maintaining employee safety training and other compliance records as well as compliance with federal and local safety regulations. The Safety Engineer works closely with all management personnel and regulatory bodies to promote a culture of safety, prevent workplace incidents, and respond effectively when incidents occur.
Key ResponsibilitiesLEADERSHIP & PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT- Promote a culture of safety and accountability.
- Assist with planning and implementation of general and site-specific safety training for all employees.
- Ensure jobsite safety inspections are being completed.
- Make sure that safety inspections are being done in a proactive manner and often enough where needed to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
COMPLIANCE & REGULATORY MANAGEMENT- Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DOT, FRA, and other applicable safety regulations for each company.
- Maintain OSHA 300 logs and safety training records for all companies.
- Develop and manage DOT programs including driver files, HOS, inspections, maintenance logs, and certifications.
- Develop and manage FRA programs for each company as applicable.
- Oversee drug and alcohol testing programs (DOT, FRA, and other non-DOT) including pre-employment screening and random testing.
- Conduct annual MVR checks for all company vehicle drivers.
- Manage "Driver Eligibility" policy and ensure insurance documentation is up to date.
- Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, OSHA Standard 1926.800 (Underground Construction).
- Ensure immediate response to incidents, accidents, or near-misses and that all reporting is completed accurately and timely.
- Oversee investigations and ensure that detailed incident reports are prepared.
- Prepare and present at any meeting.
- Maintain company safety files and records.
Required Education & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree, from a four-year college or university preferred, or a minimum of 10 years of relevant safety or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
- Strong knowledge working with third party vendors that manage Safety Compliance/ auditing for owners (ISNetworld, etc.).
- Ability to understand government regulations and learn what it takes to be in compliance.
- Proven leadership experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Comfortable with technology, reporting systems, and document creation tools.
Why Choose Modine? Health & Well-being:- Day One
- Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- After 90 days of continuous employment
- Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
- 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
- Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
Financial Benefits:- 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Short Term Disability (company paid)
- Long Term Disability
Work-Life Balance:- Competitive time-off policies
- Tuition Reimbursement
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This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
