Equipment Safety Engineer

requirements. Support the preparation of technical documentation, including safety manuals, validation reports, and compliance certifications for regulatory audits. BASIC

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, or in an engineering field. 5+ years of experience in equipment safety engineering, with a focus on automated machinery in a manufacturing or industrial environment. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree. Proven experience in designing machine guarding systems, including selection and fabrication of guards compliant with ANSI and ISO standards. Hands-on experience with interlock validation, including electrical and mechanical interlock systems, and familiarity with safety PLC programming (e.g., using IEC 61131-3 standards). Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and applying safety standards such as ANSI B11 series, ISO 13849, ISO 14120, OSHA 1910 Subpart O (Machinery and Machine Guarding), and NFPA 79; ability to cite and reference specific clauses in design reviews. Experience developing internal safety standards for automated systems. Proficiency in safety risk assessment tools and software. Strong knowledge of functional safety concepts (e.g., SIL/PL ratings) and familiarity with related standards. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, such as aerospace, automotive, or robotics. Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Engineer (PE) in a relevant discipline, or TÜV Functional Safety Engineer are highly desirable. Familiarity with simulation tools for safety validation (e.g., ANSYS or MATLAB for hazard modeling). Strong communication skills for presenting safety findings to non-technical stakeholders and leading safety workshops. ADDITIONAL

REQUIREMENTS: This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Bastrop, TX area. Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed. ITAR

REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and

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