Safety Engineer

Posting Number : PG194356EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title : Safety Engineer

Anticipated Hiring Range :

$70,000 - $74,000

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department : Facilities AVC

About the Department :

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan , build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units :

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits :

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer :

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer : Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties :

The Safety Engineer plays a critical role in promoting a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for all Facilities Division employees. This position leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of occupational safety programs that support a wide range of operations from shops and fieldwork to laboratories and complex infrastructure systems. The ideal candidate brings advanced technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to develop practical solutions for unique or evolving safety challenges. If you’re passionate about creating safer workplaces and influencing a strong safety culture across a large organization, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Key responsibilities and duties (including but not limited to) :

If you are committed to advancing workplace safety and are ready to make a meaningful impact across our Facilities Division, apply today and help strengthen the safety culture that supports our entire campus.

Other Responsibilities :

Minimum Education and Experience :

Other Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Required License(s) or Certification(s) :

Valid NC Driver's License required :

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required :

No

Job Open Date : 11 / 25 / 2025

Anticipated Close Date :

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.

Position Number : 00109894

Position Type : EPS / SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

1.00

Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

Mandatory - Fire / Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations / Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities / Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence / Terrorism / Interpersonal Emergencies

Department ID :

440101 - Facilities AVC

EEO :

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.