Safety Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

Safety Engineer jobs in Kentucky are open across Florence, Ashland, and Hawesville and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Celanese, Clean Harbors, and Jabil hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12+
Top employerCelanese
Top cityFlorence, KY
Cities hiring8
Work type92% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Jabil
Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer II
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Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer II
Jabil
Florence, Kentucky
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Environmental Engineering
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Schnabel Engineering
Senior Dam Safety Engineer
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Schnabel Engineering
Added 4mo ago
Senior Dam Safety Engineer
Schnabel Engineering
Lexington, Kentucky
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$135k - $215k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Maintenance Engineer
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Added 2w ago
Maintenance Engineer
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Paducah, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Celanese
Manager, Environmental, Health and Safety Stewardship
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Celanese
Added 3w ago
Manager, Environmental, Health and Safety Stewardship
Celanese
Florence, Kentucky
Compliance & Legal
Specialized Engineering
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Celanese
Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety
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Celanese
Added 3w ago
Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety
Celanese
Florence, Kentucky
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Risk
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Safety Engineer Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Florence
4 jobs
Ashland
2 jobs
Hawesville
1 jobs
Hebron
1 jobs
Lexington
1 jobs
Owensboro
1 jobs
Paducah
1 jobs
Prospect
1 jobs

Safety Engineer Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Celanese
    Celanese2
  • Clean Harbors
    Clean Harbors2
  • Jabil
    Jabil2
  • Baptist Health System KY & IN
    Baptist Health System KY & IN1
  • Beckman Coulter Diagnostics
    Beckman Coulter Diagnostics1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing3
  • Chemicals & Materials2
  • Construction & Real Estate2
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in safety engineer jobs across Kentucky.

  • Bachelor's degree in occupational health, engineering, or a closely related field
  • OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certification
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation or active pursuit of it
  • Experience conducting job hazard analyses and incident root cause investigations
  • Proficiency with safety management software and OSHA recordkeeping systems
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards including OSHA, EPA, and NFPA codes

Safety Engineer Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many safety engineer jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 12+ safety engineer openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Florence, Ashland, and Hawesville. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.

Which Kentucky cities have the most safety engineer jobs?

Florence, Ashland, and Hawesville have the most safety engineer openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire safety engineers in Kentucky?

Employers hiring safety engineers in Kentucky include Celanese, Clean Harbors, and Jabil, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote safety engineer jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 8% of safety engineer openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.

How do I apply for safety engineer jobs in Kentucky?

You can apply to safety engineer jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.

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