Safety & Risk Lead: SMS, ERM & Cross-Functional Governance

Woven by Toyota; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401k program

Flexible vacation policy

Family planning and care benefits

Job summary

Woven by Toyota is seeking a Risk Management and Process Integration Lead based in Palo Alto, CA to advance the company’s Safety Management System and Enterprise Risk Management efforts. You will lead safety committee meetings, develop policies, and coordinate risk assessments across vehicle operations and programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 5+ years of SMS/ERM/QMS experience in mobility or automotive sectors, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety, Quality, Transportation, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years experience implementing Safety Management Systems (SMS) and risk management programs in automotive, autonomous vehicle, mobility or related industries.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with safety case frameworks, hazard analysis methods, and risk assessment tools.
• Experience leading committees, cross‑functional meetings, or safety governance activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Safety Management System (SMS).
• Participate in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) activities by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating operational and safety-related risks.
• Lead and facilitate safety committee meetings, including agenda development, action tracking, reporting, and follow‑up activities.
• Develop and maintain safety policies, processes, procedures, and governance documentation aligned with Quality Management System requirements.
• Support hazard analysis, risk assessments, and safety investigations across vehicle operations and related programs.
• Provide guidance on safety compliance and risk management practices to cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, legal, and compliance teams to support safe operational outcomes.
• Track corrective and preventive actions resulting from audits, assessments, incidents, or risk reviews.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and safety performance metrics for leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote continuous improvement and foster a positive organizational safety culture.

Skills

SMS implementation

ERM knowledge

QMS understanding

Safety governance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Risk assessment tools

Safety documentation tooling

Job description

Woven by Toyota is seeking a Risk Management and Process Integration Lead based in Palo Alto, CA to advance the company’s Safety Management System and Enterprise Risk Management efforts. You will lead safety committee meetings, develop policies, and coordinate risk assessments across vehicle operations and programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 5+ years of SMS/ERM/QMS experience in mobility or automotive sectors, with strong analytical and communication skills.