Mid Level Safety Engineer Jobs
Mid level safety engineer jobs go to professionals ready to own hazard assessments end to end, drive compliance programs with limited oversight, and mentor junior team members on site-specific protocols. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like TSMC, Garmin, and Kiewit hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) organization is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with Amazon Worldwide Design Engineering teams to ensure new equipment and modifications to existing equipment installed in operational Amazon buildings comply with all applicable codes, regulations and harmonized standards. You will also partner with various engineering, design and operations teams including, Operations Engineering, Reliability and Maintenance Engineering, Business Operations Leaders, Field WHS teams, and other key stakeholders. In addition, you will be required to lead risk assessments, assist in the development and review of equipment designs and provide guidance on requirements on controls and devices. This role will functionally partner with all engineering teams to drive a systematic approach to address risk identification, mitigation, and management of safety solutions.
This position requires travel 25-50% of the time.
Key job responsibilities
- Complete risk evaluations in accordance with ISO12100 and ANSI B11 practices
- Support the development of policies, standards, training, and safe operating procedures
- Interpret and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards
- Advise partner engineering organizations and operations teams on regulations, regulatory compliance concerns, and good engineering practices relating to equipment design
- Participate in new standard developments with Engineering, Amazon Robotics, Injury Prevention Specialists, RME, Operations, and other key stakeholders
- Work with various teams to review and approve designs of new equipment and modifications to existing equipment
- Must display improvement projects
- Maintain all regulatory compliance documentation to ensure accurate and up to date adherence to standards
- Participate in the development of new organizational standards
- Managing projects that require certifications that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge and understanding of equipment certification requirements (CE, UL, etc.) and experience working with NRTLs
- Integration of control systems into the design of new and existing equipment
- Work with WHS safety teams, technical engineering teams and suppliers to specify safety or other risk-related requirements for projects across multiple regions
- Contribute to building a safety culture that enables our technical engineering teams develop safe and compliant products, systems and solutions.
A day in the life
This role requires an effective communicator and someone to send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing and possess excellent program management skills. You need to be knowledgeable in control systems, environmental and ergonomic design principles. You must also have applied understanding of regional and international regulations, codes and standards.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.
The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you!
At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 3+ years of owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
- 6+ years of experience in safety engineering programs in manufacturing or production environment
- Knowledge and understanding of certification bodies for approvals that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge of international and EU/NA Standards such as EU Machinery Directive, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, NFPA
- Working knowledge and experience with National Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) and Notified Bodies.
- Knowledge of the core business systems and/or broad understanding of company systems/technologies (relevant to safety engineering)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or above in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- CSME or other functional safety certification
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 135,700.00 - 183,600.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) organization is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with Amazon Worldwide Design Engineering teams to ensure new equipment and modifications to existing equipment installed in operational Amazon buildings comply with all applicable codes, regulations and harmonized standards. You will also partner with various engineering, design and operations teams including, Operations Engineering, Reliability and Maintenance Engineering, Business Operations Leaders, Field WHS teams, and other key stakeholders. In addition, you will be required to lead risk assessments, assist in the development and review of equipment designs and provide guidance on requirements on controls and devices. This role will functionally partner with all engineering teams to drive a systematic approach to address risk identification, mitigation, and management of safety solutions.
This position requires travel 25-50% of the time.
Key job responsibilities
- Complete risk evaluations in accordance with ISO12100 and ANSI B11 practices
- Support the development of policies, standards, training, and safe operating procedures
- Interpret and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards
- Advise partner engineering organizations and operations teams on regulations, regulatory compliance concerns, and good engineering practices relating to equipment design
- Participate in new standard developments with Engineering, Amazon Robotics, Injury Prevention Specialists, RME, Operations, and other key stakeholders
- Work with various teams to review and approve designs of new equipment and modifications to existing equipment
- Must display improvement projects
- Maintain all regulatory compliance documentation to ensure accurate and up to date adherence to standards
- Participate in the development of new organizational standards
- Managing projects that require certifications that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge and understanding of equipment certification requirements (CE, UL, etc.) and experience working with NRTLs
- Integration of control systems into the design of new and existing equipment
- Work with WHS safety teams, technical engineering teams and suppliers to specify safety or other risk-related requirements for projects across multiple regions
- Contribute to building a safety culture that enables our technical engineering teams develop safe and compliant products, systems and solutions.
A day in the life
This role requires an effective communicator and someone to send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing and possess excellent program management skills. You need to be knowledgeable in control systems, environmental and ergonomic design principles. You must also have applied understanding of regional and international regulations, codes and standards.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.
The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you!
At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 3+ years of owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
- 6+ years of experience in safety engineering programs in manufacturing or production environment
- Knowledge and understanding of certification bodies for approvals that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge of international and EU/NA Standards such as EU Machinery Directive, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, NFPA
- Working knowledge and experience with National Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) and Notified Bodies.
- Knowledge of the core business systems and/or broad understanding of company systems/technologies (relevant to safety engineering)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or above in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- CSME or other functional safety certification
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 135,700.00 - 183,600.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
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Mid Level Safety Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level safety engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight programs you led, audits you ran independently, or compliance gaps you identified and closed. Emphasize certifications like CSP or OSHA 30 that signal professional credibility. Tailor each application to the industry's specific hazard profile, whether that's construction, manufacturing, or chemical processing, and quantify outcomes wherever you can.
Which companies hire mid level safety engineers?
Companies hiring mid level safety engineers right now include TSMC, Garmin, and Kiewit, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level is broad, covering large industrial employers, general contractors, and mid-size manufacturers that need experienced safety professionals who can manage programs without heavy supervision.
Are there remote mid level safety engineer jobs?
Yes, though most safety engineer work is site-dependent by nature. About 13% of mid level safety engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles tend to focus on compliance consulting, program development, or multi-site auditing where travel substitutes for a fixed location rather than fully office-based work.
How do I move up to a mid level safety engineer role?
Progression into mid level comes from demonstrating ownership over time. Early-career engineers grow by taking on increasingly complex hazard analyses, leading incident investigations rather than supporting them, and building measurable outcomes like reduced recordable rates or successful audit scores. Earning a professional certification and showing comfort with regulatory frameworks like OSHA standards signals readiness for the step up.
Which industries hire the most mid level safety engineers?
Mid Level safety engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they carry significant regulatory exposure, high on-site hazard complexity, and a consistent need for experienced professionals who can run safety programs with real accountability.