Equipment Safety Engineer

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

ISO 9000
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
SAFE
Regulatory Compliance

Job Details

Job Title: Equipment Safety Engineer Location: Normal, Illinois
Job Type: Full-time | On-site

Overview

Blue Chip Talent is currently looking for an Equipment Safety Engineer to support the design, installation, and commissioning of machinery in a manufacturing environment. This role will focus on ensuring equipment meets safety and compliance standards through risk assessments, reviews, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Candidates must be local to the Normal, IL area or willing to relocate at their own expense and able to be on-site within 2 weeks from offer.

All candidates must be on our W-2. NO C2C or 3RD PARTY VENDORS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS ROLE.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support safety aspects of machinery design, installation, and commissioning in a manufacturing environment.
  • Perform risk assessments and lead equipment safety reviews.
  • Develop and improve equipment safety standards.
  • Interpret and evaluate mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic safety circuits.
  • Work with manufacturing, engineering, and EHS teams to ensure safe operations.
  • Maintain documentation and deliver equipment safety training.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Experience with industrial equipment in a manufacturing setting (at least 4+ years of experience is required).
  • Knowledge of ANSI, ISO, UL, NFPA safety standards.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and control system safety (NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A).
  • Familiarity with ISO 12100, ISO 13849, or ANSI B11 for risk assessment.
  • Ability to read and evaluate technical schematics and safety circuits.

Certifications like CFSP, CFSE, or CMSE are a plus but not required.

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