Senior Electrical Safety Engineer

Global technology and e-commerce company focused on customer-centric innovation and operational excellence.
$128,600 - $213,600
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
6+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Electrical Safety Engineer

Amazon's Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) organization is seeking a Senior Electrical Safety Engineer to join their team in a critical role ensuring safety compliance across the company's global operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and equipment while maintaining the highest safety standards.

The role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring collaboration with Amazon's Worldwide Design Engineering teams to ensure all equipment installations and modifications meet rigorous safety standards. You'll be responsible for conducting risk assessments, reviewing equipment designs, and developing comprehensive safety solutions that protect Amazon's workforce while enabling operational efficiency.

Working in this position, you'll have the opportunity to influence safety standards across one of the world's largest companies, partnering with diverse teams including Operations Engineering, Reliability and Maintenance Engineering, and Business Operations Leaders. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work on complex, meaningful projects that directly impact workplace safety.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $128,600 to $213,600 annually, depending on location and experience, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. This position requires 25-50% travel and offers the opportunity to work in multiple locations including Nashville, Bellevue, and Arlington.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of electrical safety standards (NFPA 70, UL standards, etc.), excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and drive change across multiple stakeholder groups. This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with a passion for safety and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Join Amazon's WHS team and be part of an organization that prioritizes safety while driving innovation in one of the world's most dynamic companies. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with talented professionals across the globe, and make a real impact on workplace safety standards.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Electrical Safety Engineer

  • Partner with Amazon Worldwide Design Engineering teams for equipment compliance
  • Lead risk assessments and equipment design reviews
  • Complete risk evaluations according to ISO 12100 and ANSI B11 practices
  • Develop policies, standards, training, and safe operating procedures
  • Review and approve designs of new equipment and modifications
  • Maintain regulatory compliance documentation
  • Manage certification projects complying with local, national and international regulations
  • Integration of control systems into new and existing equipment
  • Travel 25-50% of the time

Requirements For Senior Electrical Safety Engineer

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Instrumentation, Production, Manufacturing, Safety Engineering)
  • 6+ years of experience in safety engineering programs in manufacturing or production environment
  • Experience working within a global company, with global or multi-country responsibilities
  • Knowledge of certification bodies for local, national and international regulations
  • Working knowledge of National Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) and Notified Bodies
  • Knowledge of international standards (EU Machinery Directive, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, NFPA, IEEE)
  • Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
  • Experience owning program strategy and communicating results to senior leadership

Benefits For Senior Electrical Safety Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits
  • Total compensation package including equity
  • Sign-on payments

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