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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$142K - $168K *

Elevate our sales engineering efforts by driving business opportunities across LATAM and the Eastern US. Collaborate with sales partners to maximize customer value and deliver compelling product demon...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $193K *

Drive innovation by leading teams to build and operate data products and AI solutions that enhance risk and compliance decision-making, ensuring scalable, reliable, and responsible implementations wit...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $245K *

Join us to lead technical enablement and validation for our Zero Trust solutions. Leverage your networking expertise to enhance customer experience, drive sales readiness, and create impactful enablem...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $240K *

Join us to lead innovative AI solutions, guiding complex projects and client engagements while shaping enterprise architecture and MLOps practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive successful ou...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $171K *

Engineer cutting-edge mechanical cooling and hydraulic systems for modular AI data centers. Drive design, integration, and commissioning of innovative solutions, ensuring efficiency and reliability ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $221K *

Reimagine the future of HR by architecting innovative tech solutions that enhance workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement AI-powered tools, driving measurable productivity and transform...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of smart transportation by leading product security initiatives. You'll safeguard our platforms and devices, ensuring robust security practices and driving risk m...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $150K *

Optimize infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to empower engineering teams in delivering AI-powered products efficiently. Collaborate closely with product and data engineers, leading projects from incep...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $168K *

Support the development and implementation of AI solutions that enhance business processes and productivity across the organization. Collaborate with various teams to integrate secure, scalable AI cap...

Norwalk, CTRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting thorough boiler and pressure vessel inspections, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with underwriting and claims to enhance risk ma...

St. Paul, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $157K *

Lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge technical solutions for energy systems. Collaborate with commercial teams to drive business growth and develop impactful field service proposals across a div...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Support our Regional Commercial team by delivering technical solutions and driving business growth in field services for power delivery and automation systems. Engage with diverse customers to propose...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing secure, scalable systems that protect products and customer data. Collaborate across teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle and drive comple...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform endpoint security management by ensuring compliance, investigating security events, and implementing corrective actions within the Department of Defense's Endpoint Security Solutions environ...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading technical pre-sales processes, and mentoring peers while ensuring seamless transitions from sale to implementation acr...

San Francisco, CARemote

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

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the construction process for new stores and special projects, managing negotiations and ensuring compliance from inception to operations turnover. Collaborate with internal teams and external...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of customer relationships by driving value and retention for large organizations, collaborating closely with sales and product teams to ensure success and growth through data-driven i...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in solving critical engineering challenges, driving technical direction, and fostering team growth. Collaborate across departments to enhance systems, ensuring reliability and innovati...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $173K *

Reimagine thermal management system design for data centers and semiconductors, leveraging expertise in HVAC systems. Collaborate to enhance engineering solutions, analyze complex issues, and drive in...

Davidson, NCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $126K *

Transform client engagement through data-driven insights and innovative CRM solutions. Lead a dynamic team to enhance client intelligence, streamline processes, and drive strategic marketing initiativ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$57K - $108K *

Champion the delivery of drafting services by creating detailed piping drawings and BIM models, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with clients to ensure high-quality standards in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$93K - $179K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role providing Tier 2 technical support and operational engineering for enterprise infrastructure services. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance system p...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of energy by leading technical power system interconnection efforts. Drive complex analysis and team performance to optimize generation and transmission services, shaping strategic...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.