Safety Engineer I

Altria; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays and floating days

401(k) plan and company contributions

Career development stipends

Job summary

Altria in Richmond, VA is seeking a Safety Engineer I to support occupational safety and health programs and maintain OSHA compliance across manufacturing facilities.

You will evaluate environments, lead safety training, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement within safety management systems, while collaborating across teams and traveling up to 30% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, or related experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems.
• Construction safety experience and familiarity with OSHA 1926 standards preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
• Experience with statistical analysis, program development, and resource planning.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other business systems.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence positive safety outcomes.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and navigate manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing safety operations and support compliance with General Industry Safety requirements.
• Partner with Facility Safety Star Point Teams to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Facilitate onboarding and ongoing safety training for employees.
• Support administration of facility inventory and regulatory compliance processes.
• Participate in SHE Facility Assessments and drive completion of corrective actions.
• Contribute to the Integrated Work System (IWS) SHE Pillar initiatives.
• Manage facility action item tracking and accountability processes.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain safety systems and processes focused on injury prevention and continuous improvement.
• Monitor federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Stay informed of emerging safety engineering practices and technologies that support operational excellence.

Skills

OSHA standards knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Willingness to travel up to 30%

Emergency response readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health / Industrial Hygiene

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a highly qualified Safety Engineer I to join the Safety, Health and Environmental team in Richmond, Virginia. This role is responsible for supporting occupational safety and health programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to the continuous improvement of safety management systems. The successful candidate will evaluate work environments, processes, equipment, and facility layouts to identify opportunities to prevent injuries, protect assets, and maintain OSHA compliance.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing safety operations and support compliance with General Industry Safety requirements.
• Partner with Facility Safety Star Point Teams to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Facilitate onboarding and ongoing safety training for employees.
• Support administration of facility inventory and regulatory compliance processes.
• Participate in SHE Facility Assessments and drive completion of corrective actions.
• Contribute to the Integrated Work System (IWS) SHE Pillar initiatives.
• Manage facility action item tracking and accountability processes.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain safety systems and processes focused on injury prevention and continuous improvement.
• Monitor federal, state, and local safety regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Stay informed of emerging safety engineering practices and technologies that support operational excellence.

Specific Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, or related experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems.
• Construction safety experience and familiarity with OSHA 1926 standards preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
• Experience with statistical analysis, program development, and resource planning.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other business systems.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence positive safety outcomes.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and navigate manufacturing facilities.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $72,900.00 - $107,100.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.