Risk Engineer

Urschel; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Risk Engineer to evaluate machine designs for compliance with safety standards and industry regulations, and to minimize operator risk. This onsite role provides technical leadership in regulatory compliance, hazard identification, risk assessment and risk management for Urschel customers.

The position is based at our corporate Headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana, reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 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.
• Must possess the ability to review and analyze engineering drawings and reports and the ability to communicate effectively with customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments.
• Evaluate and ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of machine design and part specifications.
• Reviewing 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.

Skills

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Engineering drawing review

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSI standards

OSHA standards

ISO standards

NFPA standards

EN standards

UL standards

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 role provides technical leadership focused on regulatory compliance, hazard identification, risk assessment and cost-effective risk management for Urschel customers. This onsite position reports to the Electrical Engineering Manager and is based at our corporate Headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana.

Responsibilities Include

• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments;
• Evaluate and ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of machine design and part specifications;
• Reviewing 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.

Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.

Company Benefits, Rewards And Perks

• Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• 2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
• 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
• Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The qualified candidate will possess, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and three or more years of experience working 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. Must possess the ability to review and analyze engineering drawings and reports and the ability to communicate effectively with customers. Experience with CE compliance a plus.

EEO/Veterans/Disability

Date Posted: 5/4/2026