Safety Consultant

NC; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The NC Department of Transportation is seeking a Safety Engineer to lead hazard identification, strengthen safety controls, and keep facilities and field operations running safely and efficiently. You’ll solve complex safety challenges across large geographic areas with independent work across DOT sites.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in safety engineering or related field and at least three years of occupational safety experience, plus strong regulatory interpretation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in safety engineering or related field and a minimum of three years of safety experience.
• Ability to interpret local, state, and federal regulations and apply them across operations.
• Experience with industrial hygiene, risk management, and safety data systems.
• Strong communication and analytical skills to manage safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards, evaluate unsafe conditions, and drive corrective actions across DOT worksites.
• Improve accident prevention programs and guide management on engineering and compliance requirements.
• Oversee hazard records and manage OSHA compliance priorities.
• Review materials, equipment, and engineering designs to ensure safe use in the field.
• Provide OSHA mandated training (Defensive Driving, OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR/AED, etc.).
• Conduct safety surveys, WorkZone studies, industrial hygiene assessments, and exposure monitoring.
• Prepare safety audits, job hazard analyses, emergency plans, and environmental compliance projects.
• Support managers in selecting safety equipment meeting EPA, NFPA, NIOSH, and OSHA standards.

Skills

Industrial hygiene

Risk management

Project management

Data systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety engineering or related field

Tools

Statistical process control

Job description

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

We’re seeking a Safety Engineer who can lead hazard identification, strengthen safety controls, and keep our facilities and field operations running safely and efficiently. If you thrive on solving complex safety challenges and working independently across large geographic areas, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify hazards, evaluate unsafe conditions, and drive corrective actions across DOT worksites.
• Improve accident prevention programs and guide management on engineering and compliance requirements.
• Oversee hazard records and manage OSHA compliance priorities.
• Review materials, equipment, and engineering designs to ensure safe use in the field.
• Provide extensive OSHA mandated and regulatory training, including Defensive Driving, OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR/AED, confined space, lockout/tagout, and more.
• Conduct safety surveys, WorkZone studies, industrial hygiene assessments, and exposure monitoring.
• Prepare safety audits, job hazard analyses, emergency plans, environmental compliance projects, and accident investigations.
• Support managers in selecting safety equipment that meets EPA, NFPA, NIOSH, and OSHA standards.

What You Bring:

• Strong engineering knowledge across multiple disciplines, excellent communication skills, the ability to interpret regulations, experience with heavy equipment operations, and expertise in industrial hygiene, risk management, biohazards, data systems, project management tools, and fiscal management.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC17 / $60,881 - $106,544

• Knowledge of engineering principles and related disciplines including civil, industrial, mechanical, electrical, chemical, ergonomics, fire protection, and human factors.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply directives, laws, and regulations from local, state, and federal agencies.
• Knowledge of risk management, occupational medicine, industrial hygiene, biohazards, and chemical carcinogens.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze safety problems and apply standard and non‑standard safety solutions.
• Skill in computer systems, data processing, and statistical process control.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree with a major in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial management or technology, occupational safety, or one of the physical sciences or an equivalent technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

Recruiter: Carole Cox-Carroll Email: [e-mail] North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.