Risk Engineer

Urschel Laboratories, Inc.; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance award bonus

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available

401(k) with Employer Matching

Education Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Risk Engineer based in Chesterton, Indiana, to evaluate machine designs for safety compliance. This is an onsite position reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and experience in manufacturing, particularly the food industry. Key responsibilities include conducting hazard assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing safety documentation. Benefits include ESOP, health insurance, and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Food Industry and knowledge of food processing machines preferred.
• Prior experience performing risk assessments on machines is preferred.
• Experience with CE compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments.
• Evaluate and ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of machine design.
• Develop, review, and maintain safety documentation and compliance certifications.

Skills

Hazard analysis and risk assessments

Safety and regulatory compliance

Engineering drawings analysis

Knowledge of ANSI, OSHA, ISO, NFPA, EN, UL standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Three or more years of experience in manufacturing

Job description

Urschel, a 100% employee‑owned company, is seeking a Risk Engineer to evaluate machine designs for compliance with applicable safety standards and industry regulations, and to develop solutions that minimize or eliminate operator risk. This onsite position reports to the Electrical Engineering Manager and is based at our corporate Headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments
• Evaluate and ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of machine design and part specifications
• Review certified prints for safety and adequate guarding
• Develop, review, and maintain safety documentation, technical reports, and compliance certifications
• Stay current with regulations and standards related to industrial food processing machinery and food contact materials
• Provide guidance to engineers for adherence to standards, regulatory requirements, and sanitary design principles
• Investigate incidents and near misses and develop solutions for incorporation into future designs or procedures
• Attend trade shows to understand customer needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Three or more years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience in the Food Industry and knowledge of food processing machines preferred
• Prior experience performing risk assessments on machines preferred
• Knowledge of ANSI, OSHA, ISO, NFPA, EN, and UL standards pertaining to machine guarding and electrical conformance is preferred
• Ability to review and analyze engineering drawings and reports and communicate effectively with customers
• Experience with CE compliance a plus

Benefits

• Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
• Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
• Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Full‑time onsite workout center with personal trainers available 24/7
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

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