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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$100K - $170K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions for DOJ/BOP facilities, providing expert analysis and support for HVAC systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making through technical docu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative electrical design solutions while leading projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, mentoring junior engine...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical contributor, leading infrastructure design and implementation. Drive strategic decisions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance system performance in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Manage technical design leadership for industrial projects, coordinating PLC/DCS, HMI, and motion control systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes while supporting clie...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $205K *

Shape the future of electric power projects by providing expert development support, technical evaluations, and engineering design reviews. Collaborate with clients to optimize project outcomes while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion the technical pre-sales process by deeply understanding customer needs, leading strategic sales efforts, and mentoring the SE team to drive growth and innovation in enterprise solutions...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$59K - $106K *

Unlock your potential by supporting diverse EOSH programs for the FAA. Collaborate with a dedicated team, conduct inspections, and provide training while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. E...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform airport infrastructure by leading design projects, preparing engineering reports, and collaborating on innovative solutions in a dynamic aviation environment. Drive your career forward with...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Architect robust AI infrastructure to detect and mitigate emerging threats. Drive innovation in data ingestion and model tuning while managing complex pipelines in a high-stakes environment that evolv...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Analyze customer needs and advance technical solutions in cybersecurity, collaborating with sales and product teams to deliver impactful presentations and proposals while ensuring seamless product int...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team influencing nuclear power systems design. Contribute to modification packages, technical specifications, and engineering analyses to enhance operations and lead projects, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $129K *

Lead the design and analysis of electrical systems for nuclear power plants. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure project success, focusing on reliability and compliance. Engage in trouble...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive field engineering excellence by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting cutting-edge hardware systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design and ensure reliable operations in dyn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to develop critical enterprise software applications, leveraging modern technologies in a fast-paced environment for mission success...

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4 weeks ago

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

$159K - $213K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading engineering initiatives, guiding a talented team, and influencing community development. Drive strategic planning and operational excellence to enha...

Roseville, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that’s redefining cloud spend management by leading engaging technical sales cycles, crafting compelling product demos, and assisting clients across varied industries to achieve outstandin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $205K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of electric power generation projects. Provide technical support and owner’s engineering services, focusing on thermal power systems. Collaborate on project develop...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $157K *

Lead the charge in enhancing EHS programs across operations, driving a culture of safety and compliance. Collaborate with site leaders to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improvement, while...

Colorado, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate in architecting data supply chains for advanced analytics, building pipelines to connect legacy systems with modern cloud platforms, ensuring data quality and governance for robust AI and...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative drainage design projects, delivering innovative solutions for road and highway enhancements. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to drive sustainable urban...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

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.