Regional Machine Safety Engineer | Remote

Are you driven to create safer workplaces and shape the future of industrial safety? Join Hitachi Energy as a Regional Machine Safety Engineer and become a trusted expert leading the development and execution of machine safety strategies across operations. In this role, you’ll combine technical knowledge with cross‑functional collaboration to design safer systems, improve processes, and protect people.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Working closely with engineering, maintenance, and factory teams, you will take ownership of machine safety initiatives—from risk assessment to implementation of safeguarding solutions. Your expertise will influence key decisions in industrial projects, upgrades, and daily operations. This is an opportunity to play a visible role in driving a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

With meaningful projects, strong collaboration, and opportunities to expand your influence, this role is ideal for those who are passionate about innovation, problem‑solving, and making a tangible impact. Travel across sites adds variety and the chance to connect with diverse teams while strengthening safety standards regionally.

• Lead machine risk assessments and mitigation strategies
• Deliver training to build safety knowledge across teams
• Implement safety standards across operations and projects
• Investigate incidents and define corrective action plans
• Support emergency response and containment activities
• Drive continuous improvement of machine safety processes
• Provide technical guidance for capital projects and upgrades
• Develop preventive maintenance strategies for machinery

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in machine safety, risk assessment, or maintenance
• Knowledge of ANSI and ISO machine safety standards
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system diagrams
• Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills
• Certification (ANSI or TÜV) or willingness to obtain

• Work in a purpose‑driven organization focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation
• Access continuous learning, certification support, and career growth opportunities
• Be part of an inclusive culture that values collaboration and diverse perspectives

Location:

Remote - North Carolina, United States of America

Job type:
Full time

Experience:

Experienced

Job function:
Legal, Compliance & Audit

Contract:

Regular

Publication date:

Reference number: R0133087

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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