Safety Engineer Jobs in Michigan
Safety Engineer jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in automotive manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and heavy industrial sectors at every level from entry-level process safety roles through senior EHS leadership. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Stellantis, all of which maintain large Michigan operations requiring dedicated safety engineering staff. The most sought-after specialties include process safety management, ergonomics, and occupational health and safety compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
At Ford, we’re defining the future of human mobility with a strong focus on corporate responsibility. If you share this commitment, join the diverse team of passionate professionals within our Sustainability, Environment & Safety group. You’ll be a key contributor to our efforts to provide the technical and regulatory expertise necessary for advancing such critical initiatives as product safety, emissions, fuel economy, vehicle recycling and much more.
In this position...
Safety Investigations Engineer supporting either the Automotive Safety Office's Pre-Investigation Review (PIR) team or Vehicle Hardware Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG).
What you'll do...
This position supports Ford’s product safety investigations process, within either the newly established Pre-Investigation Review (PIR) team or existing Vehicle Hardware Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG), in evaluation of issues which may present a potential safety defect or regulatory non-compliance.
In the Pre-Investigation Review (PIR) team, you’ll help determine if an issue should be further reviewed by Ford’s Critical Concern Review Group, Environmental Problem Review Committee, or Customer Satisfaction Forum, based on effect on vehicle occupants and other road users, potential compliance considerations, occurrence considerations, and other factors.
- In the Vehicle Hardware Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG), you’ll help support investigatory efforts seeking to evaluate concerns which present a potential safety defect or regulatory non-compliance related to hardware systems in Ford’s products.
- Lead collaborative interactions with many Ford organizations including Product Development (PD), Ford Customer Service Division, Supplier Technical Assistance, Manufacturing, Office of General Counsel (OGC) in the evaluation and resolution of potential issues.
- Develop broad range of contacts across the company and leverage in support of timely root cause ownership identification and support.
- Work with other organizations to develop and request special tests, field surveys, etc., to help assess the necessary facts in the evaluation of potential safety and compliance issues.
- Prepare presentations and reports, including engineering analysis and the coordination of special vehicle/component demonstrations, to be used in both technical and non-technical discussions with all levels of leadership.
- Create & maintain investigation documentation in accordance with document retention guidelines and submit regulatory documentation as necessary.
- Maintain trackers, dashboards, and status reports across multiple concurrent safety-defect and compliance investigations.
Even better, you may have...
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering preferred.
- 1+ year of experience in engineering, quality, or project management.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
- High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse, cross-functional organizations and global teams.
- Effective oral communication and strong technical writing skills.
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management.
- Strong working knowledge of vehicle systems.
- Experience in Design & Release and/or Manufacturing is preferred.
Even better, you may have...
- A strong understanding of automotive OEM product development lifecycles and manufacturing processes (Ford-specific experience is a plus, but not required).
- Strong working knowledge of Ford product development and manufacturing processes, and database systems (GSAR, etc).
- Experience providing technical assistance to legal teams, participating in legal investigations, or drafting regulatory documentation.
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more.
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
- Tuition assistance.
- Established and active employee resource groups.
- Paid time off for individual and team community service.
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RZ1
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Safety Engineer Job Market in Michigan
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- Automotive
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What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety engineer jobs across Michigan.
- Board-certified safety professional credential such as CSP recognized across Michigan employers
- Bachelor's degree in safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with OSHA 1910 and 1926 standards in manufacturing or construction environments
- Proficiency conducting job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and root cause assessments
- Familiarity with automotive or heavy industry safety protocols and process safety management systems
- Strong written communication skills for producing safety plans, audits, and regulatory compliance reports
Safety Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety engineer in Michigan?
Start with a bachelor's degree in safety engineering, occupational health, or industrial engineering, then pursue the Certified Safety Professional credential through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, which is the benchmark qualification Michigan employers expect. Michigan does not issue a state-specific safety engineer license, so the CSP, along with relevant OSHA training certifications, is the practical credentialing path that opens doors at major Michigan manufacturers and construction firms.
Which companies hire safety engineers in Michigan?
Employers hiring safety engineers in Michigan right now include Ford Motor Company, KPIT Technologies, and General Motors (GM), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep manufacturing base means automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and defense contractors consistently post the highest volume of openings in the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most safety engineer jobs?
Dearborn, Southfield, and Troy have the most safety engineer openings in Michigan. The Detroit metro drives the largest share of postings because it is home to the headquarters and major assembly plants of the domestic automotive industry, while Grand Rapids and Lansing generate consistent demand from furniture manufacturing, medical device production, and state government facilities that require dedicated safety engineering staff.
Are there remote safety engineer jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, site-based role, and most Michigan employers require a physical presence on the plant floor or job site to conduct audits, investigations, and training. About 60% of safety engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are almost always focused on corporate EHS policy development or compliance program management rather than direct operational safety work.
How can I get hired as a safety engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an EHS coordinator or safety technician role at a Michigan manufacturer, which serves as a direct pipeline into safety engineering. Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis run structured co-op and new-graduate programs at their Michigan facilities, and Tier 1 automotive suppliers frequently hire candidates with OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certificates as their first EHS hire. An internship with a Michigan construction firm or a lateral move from a quality or industrial engineering role also provides the documented site experience Michigan employers look for before promoting someone into a full safety engineer title.
Where can I find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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