Mechanical Safety Engineer: Design Safe Lab Solutions

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop practical engineering controls that reduce workplace hazards across our laboratory network. You will design, validate, and deploy engineered solutions in collaboration with operations, maintenance, and EHS teams.

The role emphasizes prototyping, equipment modification, ergonomics, automation, and process improvement to enhance safety and maintain or improve process quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 include: 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.
• 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.
• Evaluate recurring hazards and operational challenges 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.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Prototyping

Validation & change management

Regulated environments experience

Automation / robotics familiarity

Ergonomics / material handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop practical engineering controls that reduce workplace hazards across our laboratory network. You will design, validate, and deploy engineered solutions in collaboration with operations, maintenance, and EHS teams.

The role emphasizes prototyping, equipment modification, ergonomics, automation, and process improvement to enhance safety and maintain or improve process quality.