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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staff Application Security Engineer
$182K - $215K *
Join our team to oversee application security, manage vulnerability pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices. Drive incident response and advocate for security a...
2 weeks ago
Senior HSE Manager - EPC/EPCM Projects
$136K - $197K *
Lead the charge in delivering senior HSE leadership across complex EPC/EPCM projects, ensuring safety governance and effective execution while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collabo...
1 week ago
SR ENGINEER, CONTRACT MANAGEMENT GROUP
$79K - $122K *
Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to drive innovative security solutions, engaging with customers and partners to address their unique challenges. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and engineering to enhance operati...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive collaboration with sales teams to identify prospects and deliver tailored security solutions, addressing technical challenges and enhancing customer engagement through education and presentation...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer strategic leadership in Multi-Party Project Coordination & Liability Management, driving business growth, client relationships, and team development while overseeing complex environmental prog...
3 weeks ago
Remediation Project Engineer - Mechanical/Environmental
$95K - $115K *
Explore a vital role in leading remediation projects, leveraging engineering design expertise to deliver impactful solutions across diverse sites while managing multiple tasks in a dynamic consulting...
Reposted 1 week ago
Electronic Security Systems Engineer
$88K - $154K *
Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...
3 days ago
$101K - $152K *
Unlock your potential by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, enhance technical designs, and mentor junior engineers while driving excellence in sy...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Software Safety Engineer
$135K - $175K *
Engineer your career with a Senior Software Safety Engineer role focused on developing safety-critical autonomous systems. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance software safety process...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage with our dynamic engineering team as you design and model innovative refrigerant and water piping systems using Solidworks, ensuring precision in product documentation and lifecycle management...
4 weeks ago
Senior Sales Engineer - Turbomachinery
$110K - $130K *
Engage in strategic leadership for Engineered Solutions, driving customer satisfaction and financial growth. Oversee pipeline development and execution, ensuring compliance with technical specificatio...
3 weeks ago
Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Join a team that's modernizing nuclear power plants with cutting-edge control technologies. Lead and support diverse projects, ensuring effective execution and client satisfaction while collaborating...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Engineer robust data pipelines that integrate legacy systems with cloud platforms, enabling advanced analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality data for machine learni...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive safety excellence by leading program development, compliance, and mentorship. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, conduct assessments, and enhance safety culture in diverse operational e...
Today
$225K - $265K *
Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...
Today
$100K - $170K *
Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...
1 week ago
Engineering Manager, Federal & Regulated Infrastructure
$215K - $315K *
Lead the charge in building secure, compliant infrastructure for our DaaS platform. Drive engineering excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of regulated customer...
4 days ago
Project Engineer / Sr. Project Engineer - Industrial Power Systems
$90K - $120K *
Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...
2 days ago
$56K - $114K *
Drive the success of secure computing platforms by managing installations, upgrades, and problem resolutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, an...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Horizontal Engineer - Structural / Bridge
$100K - $130K *
Drive the design and analysis of transportation structures, ensuring compliance with AASHTO standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on projects across Colorado and Arizona...
2 weeks ago
Fire Protection/Plumbing Engineer II
$83K - $104K *
Join our dynamic team to enhance your plumbing and fire protection design skills while collaborating on diverse commercial projects. Contribute to construction documents and specifications, ensuring q...
2 weeks ago
$78K - $127K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental infrastructure by designing innovative process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects across diverse industries...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the infrastructure for a groundbreaking healthcare platform by optimizing cloud solutions, implementing CI/CD, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical AI/ML offerin...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Security Engineer, Product Security
$200K - $255K *
Shape the future of cloud security by designing and implementing robust controls. Guide integrations in DevOps, perform comprehensive assessments, and mentor teams to reduce risks in AWS and mobile in...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
What does a Safety Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
With experience, Safety Engineers may advance into senior engineering, process safety, environmental health and safety, risk management, compliance, or safety leadership positions.