Associate Safety Engineer - Consultation

California Department of Industrial Relations; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Safety Engineer to contribute to vital health and safety programs. This role involves conducting onsite evaluations and providing recommendations to ensure compliance with safety regulations. You'll be part of a dedicated team focused on protecting employees and educating employers across California. If you're passionate about making a difference in workplace safety and thrive in both office and field environments, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven organization that values teamwork and diversity, and help create safer workplaces for all Californians.

Qualifications

• Conduct onsite visits and evaluate hazards in various industries.
• Provide recommendations for hazard abatement compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional safety engineering work independently.
• Focus on high-hazard workplaces across agriculture, construction, and manufacturing.

Skills

Safety Engineering

Hazard Evaluation

Regulatory Compliance

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment

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Job Description and Duties

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Working at Cal/OSHA means contributing to programs vital to the health and safety of our community, workforce, and state. We value teamwork, diversity, and collaboration. Our goal is to educate employers, enforce safety regulations, and protect employees under the California Labor Code. Be part of a team making a difference for Californians.

What will be your impact on California?

• Multiple positions are available across various locations statewide. Please see other postings under different job controls in CalCareers. If interested in multiple locations, submit separate applications for each.

Under the general direction of the Area Manager, the Associate Safety Engineer (ASE) performs professional safety engineering work independently, focusing on high-hazard workplaces across industries such as agriculture, construction, electrical, and manufacturing. Responsibilities include conducting onsite visits, evaluating hazards, and providing recommendations for hazard abatement in compliance with Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.3. Applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or reinstatement eligibility. To gain employment list eligibility, access the exam bulletin here: Exam Bulletin. Additional information is available in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is based at:

DOSH – San Diego Consultation
7575 Metropolitan Drive, Suite 204
San Diego, CA 92108

Work involves both office and field environments, with potential exposure to hazards and hazardous substances. Fieldwork may include outdoor work in various weather conditions, requiring personal protective equipment and physical activity such as walking, climbing, lifting, and traveling. Proper attire and safety measures are essential.