Electrical Safety Engineer Job at Amazon.com Services LLC, Bellevue, WA

U2pvRHNVK2FJWk9mSkJqSUxmM3JEWEU0UkE9PQ==
  • Amazon.com Services LLC
  • Bellevue, WA

Job Description

DESCRIPTION

The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) organization is seeking a Electrical Safety Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with Amazon Worldwide Design Engineering teams to ensure new equipment and modifications to existing equipment installed in operational Amazon buildings comply with all applicable codes, regulations and harmonized standards. You will also partner with various engineering, design and operations teams including, Operations Engineering, Reliability and Maintenance Engineering, Business Operations Leaders, Field WHS teams, and other key stakeholders. In addition, you will be required to lead risk assessments, assist in the development and review of equipment designs and provide guidance on requirements on controls and devices. This role will serve as a key technical leader within WHS, specializing in the management of thermal event risks associated with electrical equipment and systems, and lithium battery systems. .

This position requires travel 25-50% of the time.

Key job responsibilities
- Complete risk evaluations in accordance with ISO12100 and ANSI B11 practices
- Interpret and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards
- Advise partner engineering organizations and operations teams on regulations, regulatory compliance concerns, and good engineering practices relating to equipment design
- Work with various teams to review and approve designs of new equipment and modifications to existing equipment
- Must display improvement projects
- Maintain all regulatory compliance documentation to ensure accurate and up to date adherence to standards
- Managing projects that require certifications that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge and understanding of equipment certification requirements (CE, UL, etc.) and experience working with NRTLs
- Integration of control systems into the design of new and existing equipment
- Work with WHS safety teams, technical engineering teams and suppliers to specify safety or other risk-related requirements for projects across multiple regions
- Provide technical leadership in assessing and mitigating thermal risks related to electrically powered equipment including wired and battery supply types.
- Develop and implement repeatable and standardized processes for identifying, assessing, and managing thermal event risks.
Perform hazard analysis, risk assessments, and other thermal event risk evaluations.
- Create tools and protocols aligned with OSHA, ISO, and other international standards and ensure Amazon equipment meets industry standards including but not limited to UL 2054, UL 1642, UL 1973, UL 1989, UL 2580, IEC 62133, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, UL 891, UL 2703, UL 790, UL 1741, UL 1449, UL 467 and equivalent codes & standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to drive solutions that reduce risks from overheating, lithium battery fires and damaged electrical equipment.
- Define program requirements and leverage data-driven metrics to prioritize and drive safety improvements.
- Own projects and programs related to thermal risks.
- Lead and participate in incident investigations related to thermal events and provide guidance on corrective actions and prevention strategies.
- Train, mentor, and coach internal stakeholders on thermal risk management, electrical thermal risks, lithium battery hazards, and best practices.

A day in the life
This role requires an effective communicator and someone to send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing and possess excellent program management skills. You need to be knowledgeable in control systems, environmental and ergonomic design principles. You must also have applied understanding of regional and international regulations, codes and standards.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Instrumentation, Production, Manufacturing, Safety Engineering) through accredited schools
- 5+ years of working cross-functionally with tech and non-tech teams.
- 5+ years of managing, analyzing, and communicating results to senior leadership.
- Experience working within a global company, with global or multi-country responsibilities
- Knowledge and understanding of certification bodies for approvals that comply with local, national and international regulations
- Knowledge of the core business systems and/or broad understanding of company systems/ technologies (relevant to safety engineering)
- Working knowledge and experience with National Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) and Notified Bodies.
- Knowledge of international and EU/NA Standards such as EU Machinery Directive, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, NFPA, IEEE.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Seasonal work, Local area, Worldwide,

Similar Jobs

Mattel

Manager IT - Global Supply Chain Job at Mattel

 ...partners, and suppliers. Job Description The Opportunity: Mattel is currently seeking a Manager of Technology - Global Supply Chain . This position will be responsible for a portfolio of applications and projects, and will drive the digital transformation... 

MOVE Your Business

Content Creator Job at MOVE Your Business

 ...drive success and to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where our people can thrive and grow with us. Were looking for a Content Creator who can plan, create, and publish compelling content across multiple digital platforms. This role will shape the voice and... 

The Legal Aid Society

Paralegal II, Wrongful Conviction Unit Job at The Legal Aid Society

 ...five boroughs who are challenging their criminal convictions on appeal or in other post-conviction...  ...TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Experience advocating on behalf of low-income individuals...  ...with courts and related criminal justice agencies, and with Criminal Defense Practice... 

Nordstrom

Seasonal Personal Stylist Support - La Jolla University Town Center Job at Nordstrom

Seasonal Personal Stylist Support - La Jolla University Town CenterJob DescriptionThe ideal Personal Stylist Support candidate is motivated, results oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.A day in a LifeSupport salesperson to... 

Swift Refrigerated

Local Dedicated Class A CDL Truck Driver - Home Daily! Job at Swift Refrigerated

 ...~Disability, Life, and Critical Illness CoverageSWIFT DEDICATED REFRIGERATED FLEETA Class A Driving Career for a LifetimeREQUIREMENTS:~CDL A Required, no experience requried, will train.~Must be 21 years or older.~Subject to background screening....