Explore Safety Engineer Jobs

Safety engineers help protect people, facilities, and operations by identifying hazards and designing practical ways to reduce risk. Browse vetted Safety Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Openings may span manufacturing, construction, energy, transportation, technology, and other industries where safety is essential to reliable operations.

What Safety Engineers Do

Safety engineers assess processes, equipment, and work environments to uncover potential hazards. They may conduct risk analyses, develop safety procedures, investigate incidents, recommend engineering controls, and help organizations meet applicable health and safety requirements. The specific focus depends on the industry, employer, and level of responsibility.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek candidates with an engineering degree or related technical background, experience in safety or risk management, and strong analytical and communication skills. Familiarity with hazard analysis, incident investigation, safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and technical documentation can be valuable. Requirements vary by role; some positions may favor specialized industry experience or professional credentials.

Career Paths in Safety Engineering

Safety engineers can grow into senior engineering, environmental health and safety, process safety, risk management, compliance, or leadership roles. Career progression may involve taking ownership of complex programs, advising cross-functional teams, managing audits, or setting safety strategy across sites and operations.

Find Safety Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, and responsibilities, then review each listing for its specific qualifications, salary details, and work arrangements.

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$61K - $125K *

Support environmental planning initiatives by coordinating workflows, managing project trackers, and ensuring timely delivery of planning documents. Collaborate with experts to facilitate environmenta...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Explore your career by building strategic partnerships in the life sciences sector. Drive account growth, develop client relationships, and connect with key stakeholders to enhance business opportunit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading structural evaluations and repair engineering for asset integrity. Collaborate with teams to ensure sound engineering solutions and support long-term asset management in a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leveraging your expertise in aerodynamics for spacecraft entry analyses, utilizing advanced CFD tools, and collaborating with a dynamic team to drive innovative so...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K *

Drive innovation by applying advanced aerodynamics knowledge to spacecraft entry analyses. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance across various flight regimes, utilizing cutting-edge...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the modernization of a legacy system. Drive architectural decisions, enhance engineering practices, and foster a culture of innovation while ensuring reliable delivery and c...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Execute engineering design and management of plumbing systems for healthcare facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality deliverables while mentoring junior staff, utilizing...

Hawaii, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with teams to enhance construction efficiency by developing 3D models, installation drawings, and schedules. Drive project success through proactive planning, conflict resolution, and effe...

Greenwood, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust security controls across hybrid environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance overall protection and response cap...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $234K *

Unlock potential by building and supporting security controls for AI platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed robust security, operationalize AI security controls, and ensure the sa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$72K - $110K *

Champion environmental project success by managing scopes, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring junior staff...

Edmonton, ABRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as an Infor M3 Technical Consultant, leveraging 3-5 years of expertise in integrations and development. Collaborate with teams to design and support seamless enterprise solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity operations by managing incident response, mentoring SOC analysts, and developing processes to effectively identify and mitigate threats in a 24/7 Security Op...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $224K *

Engage with enterprise clients to transform complex GenAI challenges into scalable production systems. Leverage hands-on engineering and executive presence to drive technical discovery, build POCs, an...

San Mateo, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining machine learning implementation to drive impactful research and innovate within a collaborative environment. Contribute to projects, open source, and author scientific pa...

Berkeley, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$63K - $111K *

Empower mission success by assessing utility vulnerabilities and enhancing infrastructure resilience against diverse threats. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure operational continuity...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with building codes, and leading teams in secure facility environments. This role emphasizes SCIF construction and ne...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of the health, safety, and environmental initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management for large clients. Leverage comprehensive industry knowledge to influence stakeholders and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $160K *

Elevate critical facility operations by providing technical leadership in electrical commissioning. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective testing and validation of complex electrical systems whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing safety across multiple facilities. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance while collaborating with divers...

Meadowbrook, WVRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $133K *

Champion the development of Generative AI solutions, leading an agile team to enhance products and tooling. Drive AI adoption, mentor engineers, and ensure best practices while collaborating across de...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $238K *

Optimize security governance and policy management by leveraging automation and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with emerging regulations and enhance policy effectiven...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Safety Engineer do?question toggle

    A Safety Engineer identifies workplace and operational hazards and helps reduce risk through engineering solutions, safety procedures, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Responsibilities vary by industry and employer.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Safety Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles seek an engineering or related technical degree and experience with safety programs, hazard analysis, compliance, or risk management. Specific education, credentials, and experience requirements depend on the position.

  • Which industries hire Safety Engineers?question toggle

    Safety Engineers work across industries such as manufacturing, construction, energy, transportation, and technology, as well as other sectors where managing operational and workplace risks is important.

  • How can I find Safety Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Safety Engineer listings on Ladders, where vetted professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Check each listing for current compensation information, responsibilities, and qualifications.

  • What career paths can follow a Safety Engineer role?question toggle

    With experience, Safety Engineers may advance into senior engineering, process safety, environmental health and safety, risk management, compliance, or safety leadership positions.