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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 4 days ago

Manager, Safety Engineering

Richland, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$162K/yr - $244K/yr

8+ years exp

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution committed to scientific innovation. The role of Manager, Safety Engineering involves leading the Safety Systems Engineering team to implement safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a strong safety culture within the organization.

Biomass EnergyEnergyGovernmentProduct ResearchSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and Implement Safety Programs: Lead, implement, and assess comprehensive worker safety and health (WS&H) programs

Lead and Mentor a High-Performing Team: Provide technical leadership and professional development to a team of engineers and specialists, offering coaching, mentorship, and fostering their career growth

Hazard Identification and Risk Management: Establish systems and procedures to identify, evaluate, and control workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments and recommending mitigation strategies throughout the product lifecycle

Analysis and Assessment: Lead and conduct various safety analyses, assessments, and evaluations of system designs, modifications, operations, and procedures to identify and mitigate potential hazards

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Verify adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and standards related to the Safety Systems Engineering Program, including DOE Orders and Standards

Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively interface and collaborate with staff and management at all levels, internal and external customers (including DOE-PNSO line management and EHS&S staff), and regulatory bodies

Quality Assurance and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in safety programs and processes by monitoring performance, analyzing incidents, and implementing corrective actions

Qualification

Safety EngineeringElectrical SafetyFire Protection EngineeringRisk AssessmentDOE OrdersStandardsHazard AnalysisTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

BS/BA and 10 years work experience -OR-

MS/MA or higher and 8 years of experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance

U.S. Citizenship

Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B

Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing

Demonstrated leadership and management experience, with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop a technical team

Technical knowledge in Electrical Safety, Fire Protection, Pressure Systems or other related areas

In-depth knowledge and experience with DOE Orders and Standards related to engineering and safety

Expertise in conducting qualitative and quantitative hazard analyses, risk assessments, and evaluating activities to mitigate safety hazards

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and foster a culture of open communication and collaboration

Experience working on cross organizational projects

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and present complex information

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards in common use at DOE (NEC, CFR, ASME, NQA-1, IBC, IEBC, IEEE, NFPA, etc)