Senior Elevator Safety Engineer and Unit Lead

California Department of Industrial Relations; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Industrial Relations (Cal/OSHA) seeks a Principal Safety Engineer (Elevators) to lead the Elevator Unit, shaping safety engineering practices, inspections, and certifications of conveyances across California.

The role involves supervising staff, setting priorities, and ensuring unit operations align with DIR-DOSH directives, with statewide travel to support districts and respond to safety challenges.

Qualifications

• The Principal Safety Engineer leads safety engineering policy development and applies inspection and permitting processes for elevators and conveyances.
• They oversee certification of conveyance companies, mechanics, and inspectors.
• Role includes supervision, training, and discipline management of staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and evaluate performance across Elevator Unit District Offices.
• Plan, schedule, direct, and review work to ensure policy implementation and safety compliance.
• Travel within the state to support division missions and district offices.

Job description

California Department of Industrial Relations (Cal/OSHA) seeks a Principal Safety Engineer (Elevators) to lead the Elevator Unit, shaping safety engineering practices, inspections, and certifications of conveyances across California.

The role involves supervising staff, setting priorities, and ensuring unit operations align with DIR-DOSH directives, with statewide travel to support districts and respond to safety challenges.