Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant at Applied Technical Services

Wayne State University; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national consulting firm is seeking an Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant in Georgia. The role involves investigating workplace incidents and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and have experience in accident reconstruction and safety evaluations. The firm offers opportunities for mentorship and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline related to Occupational Safety or Industrial Systems.
• Experience with accident reconstruction and safety compliance evaluations.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Investigate workplace incidents involving injury or regulatory compliance.
• Analyze compliance with OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Prepare clear, well-supported reports of findings for technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Accident reconstruction

Workplace injury investigation

Safety compliance evaluations

OSHA regulations knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master's degree in technical or scientific discipline

PhD in related fields (optional)

Job description

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Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant

Applied Technical Services, LLC, is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world, and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

ARCCA, LLC (an ATS Family of Companies), is a growing national forensic, scientific, and engineering company with 6 offices nationwide located in Penns Park, PA (suburban Philadelphia); Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL; Hollywood, FL; Oakland, CA; and Seattle, WA. Since 1987, ARCCA has assisted thousands of clients to address their technical and scientific challenges and manage their litigation issues.

Our team of experienced and credentialed professionals provides Forensic Engineering; Expert Witness Testimony; Sports Biomechanics & Human Performance; and Research, Development, Testing & Evaluation services. Our expertise and depth of experience have made ARCCA the preferred choice of insurance companies, law firms, government agencies, and corporate safety, claims and risk management departments. The quality of our work has led to a national reputation as “The ARCCA Advantage – Experience, Service, Expertise and Credibility.”

Job Title: Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant

Position Summary

ARCCA is seeking an Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant to join our consulting team. This role focuses on investigating workplace, industrial, and construction-related incidents involving personal injury and regulatory compliance matters. The Occupational & Construction Safety Consultant applies sound engineering principles, safety standards, and industry best practices to determine causation, evaluate safety systems, and develop clear, well-supported opinions for clients, insurers, and legal counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist experienced forensic experts on active cases with opportunities for mentorship and a defined development path toward becoming a designated expert.
• Investigate workplace, industrial, and construction site incidents involving employee injury, fatality, or near-miss events
• Support investigations of construction and industrial workplace accidents based on safety principles, proper equipment design, and environmental factors
• Analyze compliance with OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, NFPA codes, and applicable state and local safety requirements
• Evaluate construction means and methods, job hazard analyses, safety programs, and training practices
• Assess use, condition, and guarding of machinery, tools, scaffolding, fall protection systems, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Apply ergonomic principles to identify workplace risk factors, evaluate human performance, and recommend injury-prevention strategies
• Conduct or assist with static and dynamic testing related to material performance, product design, and human response
• Review project documents, safety manuals, policies, training records, maintenance logs, and incident reports
• Prepare clear, well-supported reports of findings suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline related to Occupational Safety or Industrial Systems; PhD is acceptable, but not required
• Experience with accident reconstruction, workplace injury investigation, and safety compliance evaluations
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, and hazard control practices
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Ability to work independently in the field and in an office environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Safety certifications such as CSP, CHST, or similar are a plus, but not required
• Ability to access active construction sites and industrial facilities