Working on the transportation team at GFT offers the chance to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of up-to-date, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature transportation projects here.

Under limited supervision, the Senior Safety Engineer independently leads safety assurance and safety certification activities for major rail transit projects. The individual serves as a technical authority on safety matters and provides leadership in hazard management, safety engineering, safety assurance, and regulatory compliance activities.

The Senior Safety

Engineer should possess strong knowledge of safety engineering methodologies and a working understanding of RAM principles sufficient to coordinate integrated RAMS activities and interface effectively with RAM specialists. Lead project safety programs and safety assurance activities. Define project safety plans and safety management processes.

Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, and hazard management processes. Lead preparation and review of Safety Cases and Safety Assurance Reports. Act as technical lead for safety certification programs.

Establish safety requirements and acceptance criteria. Interface directly with clients, regulators, assessors, and project stakeholders. Lead contractor safety reviews and acceptance activities. Ensure integration of safety activities with systems engineering, integration, testing,



and RAM programs.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership. Serve as trusted advisor on safety matters for clients and project teams. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related STEM discipline. 15+ years of experience in system safety engineering. ~ Experience leading the execution of safety management programmes, and supporting Independent Safety Assessments. ~ Working knowledge of RAM principles and RAM analyses. ~ Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. Comprehensive advantages package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together, we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

Employment Status: Full-Time

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