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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$76K - $102K *

Lead the charge in hazardous waste compliance efforts, guiding a team of inspectors to ensure adherence to regulations, enhance program integrity, and address emerging challenges across diverse sector...

Washington, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project execution by leading a team of Control Technicians, ensuring quality, timely completion, and effective communication across all stakeholders while providing technical support and mento...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding product engineers in creating exceptional developer experiences. This role blends technical expertise and product vision, enabling you to drive impactful in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $320K *

Pioneer the future of quality and commissioning, ensuring operational excellence in high-stakes environments. Lead a talented team, define strategic goals, and optimize processes for seamless project...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$121K - $248K *

Lead the charge in delivering top-tier pre-sales technical solutions, driving customer engagements, and creating robust enablement tools to scale field operations across diverse regions and enterprise...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $127K *

Lead bridge inspection teams across diverse projects nationwide, ensuring safety and quality. Collaborate with engineers to assess structures, document findings, and mentor junior staff while travelin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $320K *

Champion mission-critical project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive financial performance and client satisfaction through strategic planning...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $110K *

Transform quality management across multiple facilities by driving compliance, enhancing food safety, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure product excellence a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and transform large-scale retrofit and modernization projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high customer satisfaction while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing st...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $147K *

Drive high-stakes architectural design for complex technology projects, ensuring innovative solutions from concept through execution while collaborating with leading global firms in a multidisciplinar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize chemical processes by providing expert technical advice, solving complex issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and safety in resin production operations...

Houston, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at driving growth and expanding market presence through strategic sales planning, client relationship management, and business development in the public sector, ensuring long-term...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$260K - $310K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading dual teams in the Clinical Division, driving technical excellence and career growth, while effectively managing product delivery and leveraging AI capabi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$133K - $163K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Professional Services Consultant, collaborating with clients to enhance their Fortinet product operations, develop best practices, and ensure seamless integration and tr...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering innovative solutions for high-profile...

Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in data center electrica...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electrical designs for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with global teams on high-profile projects. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities and the flexibility of r...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 days ago

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

$94K - $172K *

Join our expanding Sales Engineering team to provide technical expertise and support during customer evaluations, ensuring successful adoption of our solutions while driving revenue growth through con...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform business growth by generating leads and fostering client relationships across Chemicals, O&G, Power, Metals, and Advanced Facilities sectors, driving profitability and strategic sales initia...

Baton Rouge, LARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagement as a Solutions Engineer, driving technical strategy and growth within existing accounts. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions and strengt...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of power connector innovation, leading product development initiatives while driving cross-functional collaboration and mentoring engineering talent to deliver hig...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $220K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering for hyperscale data centers. Lead design activities, manage project teams, and ensure quality assurance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver resi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading a dedicated team to enhance quality and safety in manufacturing operations, driving adherence to standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement for customer sa...

Kansas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing enterprise AI architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, ethical AI integration across platforms. Drive innovation through Generative and Agentic AI, aligning...

Florida, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.