Safety Specialist

ALSTOM Gruppe; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development opportunities

Social coverage

Job summary

As a Safety Specialist in Los Angeles, CA, you will help ensure safe, reliable journeys for thousands daily by securing the Automated People Mover system. You’ll lead safety program development, oversee compliance, and drive a culture of operational excellence across engineering, operations, and design.

With a Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field and experience in rail or regulated environments, you will analyze risks, develop SOPs, and mentor teams to uphold regulatory standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in safety, engineering, transportation or related field.
• Experience with rail transit, Automated People Mover systems, or regulated environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for risk assessments and safety analyses.
• Ability to develop and enforce SOPs in compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Proven communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to empower teams and build trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and oversight of Public Transit Agency Safety Plan requirements for APM operations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce Roadway Worker Protection programs, including training and compliance monitoring.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures aligned with regulatory and operational safety needs.
• Provide field safety oversight for operations, maintenance, and contractor activities to ensure safe execution.
• Support and lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Skills

Safety program development

Regulatory compliance

Risk analysis

SOP development

Leadership and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or equivalent experience

Job description

More than a job: a mission

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85 000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

Your role, Your impact

As a Safety Specialist in Los Angeles, CA, you will be at the heart of ensuring safe, reliable journeys for thousands every day. Your expertise will help secure the Automated People Mover system, connecting communities and supporting sustainable mobility across the city.

• Lead the development and oversight of Public Transit Agency Safety Plan requirements for APM operations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce Roadway Worker Protection programs, including training and compliance monitoring.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures aligned with regulatory and operational safety needs.
• Provide field safety oversight for operations, maintenance, and contractor activities to ensure safe execution.
• Support and lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, operations, and design — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility. As Safety Specialist, you will drive operational excellence and safety culture in every aspect of the Automated People Mover system.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or equivalent experience.
• Experience or understanding of rail transit, Automated People Mover systems, or regulated environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for risk assessments and safety analyses.
• Ability to develop and enforce SOPs in compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Proven communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to build trust‑based relationships and empower teams.

How success is measured

• Effective implementation and compliance with CPUC, OSHA, and safety regulations.
• Continuous improvement in safety performance metrics and reduction of incidents.
• Positive feedback from teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies on safety culture and practices.

Alstom, a great place to grow

• Collaborate with diverse teams and helpful colleagues across functions.
• Benefit from award‑winning learning and development opportunities.
• Enjoy a fair, dynamic reward package and comprehensive social coverage.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000

Here, progress isn't always easy — the scale is massive, the tasks are complex — but the impact is real.

Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects — that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.