Machine Safety Engineer

Eurofins USA Food Testing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision options

Paid holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA Food Testing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, validate, and implement engineered controls that improve safety and maintain process quality across our laboratory network.

The role focuses on solving real-world problems through design, prototyping, ergonomics, automation, and process improvements while reducing employee risk and supporting efficient laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in equipment design, product development, manufacturing systems, process improvement, automation, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience taking projects from concept through implementation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with fabrication vendors, machine shops, equipment suppliers, or maintenance organizations.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through implementation.
• Create engineering drawings, specifications, and design packages.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions.
• Perform testing and validation activities to verify performance and effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot design challenges and refine solutions based on operational feedback.
• Support installation, startup, and deployment activities.
• Coordinate activities with equipment suppliers, fabricators, machine shops, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related course of study

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Eurofins Food & Feed Testing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop practical engineering solutions that eliminate workplace hazards across our laboratory network.

This position focuses on designing, validating, and implementing engineered solutions that enhance employee safety while maintaining (or improving) process quality and operational performance. Working closely with laboratory operations, maintenance teams, quality personnel, and EHS professionals, the Mechanical Engineer will transform identified hazards and operational challenges into scalable engineering controls that can be deployed across multiple laboratories. This role is a cornerstone of Eurofins' commitment to achieving best-in-class OSHA safety performance across our Eurofins Food & Feed Testing network.

The ideal candidate enjoys solving real-world problems through engineering design, prototyping, equipment modification, ergonomics, automation, and process improvement. Success in this role will be measured by the quality, effectiveness, and adoption of engineered solutions that reduce employee exposure to risk while supporting efficient laboratory operations.

• Design and develop engineering controls that eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.

• Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve safety, ergonomics, material handling, and equipment operation.

Develop solutions including:

• Mechanical lifting and handling devices

• Ergonomic workstation improvements

• Equipment modifications

• Custom fixtures and tooling

• Machine guarding and protective systems

• Automated handling solutions

• Process redesigns

• Specialized laboratory equipment

Develop and Validate Solutions

• Lead projects from concept through implementation.

• Create engineering drawings, specifications, and design packages.

• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions.

• Perform testing and validation activities to verify performance and effectiveness.

• Troubleshoot design challenges and refine solutions based on operational feedback.

• Support installation, startup, and deployment activities.

Drive Enterprise Improvements

• Evaluate recurring hazards and operational challenges occurring across multiple laboratories.

• Develop standardized engineering solutions suitable for network-wide deployment.

• Create implementation guides, engineering standards, and best practices.

• Partner with operations teams to ensure solutions are practical, maintainable, and effective.

Manage Projects

• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and implementation plans.

• Coordinate activities with equipment suppliers, fabricators, machine shops, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Support capital project development and business case preparation.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously from concept through completion.

• Other duties as assignd.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related course of study.

• 5+ years of engineering experience involving equipment design, product development, manufacturing systems, process improvement, automation, or related fields.

• Demonstrated experience taking projects from concept through implementation.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.

• Experience working with fabrication vendors, machine shops, equipment suppliers, or maintenance organizations.

• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar.

• Experience with prototyping and product development.

• Experience with ergonomics, human factors engineering, or material handling systems.

• Experience in laboratory, food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial, or regulated environments.

• Familiarity with automation, robotics, machine guarding, or industrial equipment.

• Familiarity with validation activities and change management processes.

Additional Information

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work!

What Success Looks Like

• Engineering solutions successfully deployed across multiple laboratories.

• Reduction of employee exposure to high-risk tasks and activities.

• Development of practical, sustainable controls that improve both safety and operational efficiency.

• Successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget.

• Adoption of standardized engineering solutions across the laboratory network.

• Measurable improvements in employee safety, ergonomics, and workflow performance.

This role offers a unique opportunity to solve meaningful engineering challenges that directly impact hundreds of employees across one of North America’s largest food testing laboratory network.

You will have the opportunity to design equipment, improve processes, develop new technologies, and create practical solutions that make laboratory work safer, easier, and more efficient. If you enjoy building, designing, testing, and implementing real-world solutions, this role offers the chance to see your ideas deployed at scale and make a lasting impact across the organization.

We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.