Safety Engineer (Mission Critical)

Aldridge•El Paso, TX

About The Position

Aldridge is seeking a Safety Engineer to join its team in El Paso, Texas. The Safety Professional works in a consultative capacity, providing expert support, guidance, and motivation to operations management and employees at all levels, while also partnering hands-on with management to deliver safety initiatives and programs. The role champions the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture and the goal of ensuring nobody gets hurt. The position leads and coordinates safety initiatives and related programs for a geographic region. It drives communication, planning, implementation, supervision, and measurement in accordance with corporate safety standards and procedures, OSHA requirements, and other federal and state regulations. The role also supports safety culture, controls exposure, and helps improve injury rates and employee morale. The position requires a bachelor's degree in an Occupational Safety and Health discipline. One to three years of direct construction safety and occupational health experience is preferred; relevant internship experience or education may be considered, and on-the-job experience, professional certifications, and a Safety and Health degree may substitute for the stated experience. The role involves travel to job sites. The annual base pay range is $70,000–$90,000, with actual pay dependent on factors including location, experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an Occupational Safety and Health discipline, such as OS&H Management, Human Factors, or Construction.
Knowledge of construction safety practices and current federal and OSHA regulations.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, with consistent attention to deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all organizational levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to recognize discrepancies.
Responsibility and accountability for assigned tasks and projects.
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications.
Willingness and ability to travel to job sites.
On-the-job experience, professional certifications, and a degree in Safety and Health may substitute for required experience.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of direct experience in construction safety and occupational health disciplines; relevant internship experience or education will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Champion the organization's Incident and Injury Free culture and strengthen defenses to control exposure while integrating human performance principles.
Administer the safety management system and provide recommendations to divisional and regional operations, ensuring adherence to rules and policies.
Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks with crews at job sites.
Facilitate safety orientations for new employees across organizational disciplines.
Inspect and observe job sites to identify unsafe conditions and practices, document findings in the LMS, and report findings to management.
Coordinate supplemental inspections when new processes or equipment are introduced or hazards are recognized.
Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and foremen to develop project safety preplans and hazard analyses for new jobs.
Verify timely completion of corrective actions for identified hazards.
Assist with investigations of injuries and illnesses to determine root causes and recommend preventive measures.
Ensure compliance with the Hazard Communication Program, Emergency Action Plan, Fire Prevention Plan, Confined Space Entry Program, and other OSHA-required programs.
Maintain sufficient first-aid supplies and fire extinguishers in company vehicles and local offices.
Serve as a liaison between the company and general contractors and subcontractors.
Lead initiatives to improve safety culture, reduce injury rates, and enhance morale.
Manage PPE order forms and stock levels.
Travel to job sites as needed.