Safety Engineer - Machine/Equipment

Job Description: Safety Engineer - Machine/EquipmentLocation: Jagiroad, AssamYears of Experience: 8 to 12 Years1. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Machine Safety & Risk Assessment- Develop and implement Machine & Equipment Safety Programs for all fabrication tools, utilities systems, robotics, automation and support equipment. - Perform machine risk assessments, HIRA, JSA and support design safety reviews for new equipment. - Ensure equipment compliance with relevant safety standards such as SEMI S2/S8/S10, ISO 12100, ISO 13849, IEC standards, NFPA and applicable local regulations. - Evaluate machine guarding, interlocks, safety PLCs, sensors, LOTO points and emergency stop functions during installation and commissioning. - Review and verify machine safety documents including SOPs, Tool Safety Checklists and OEM-provided safety certifications. - Collaborate with tool suppliers to ensure all safety controls, interlocks and shielding meet required standards before tool acceptance.B. Commissioning & Change Management- Provide safety oversight during tool installation, testing, commissioning and operational validation. - Participate in MOC (Management of Change) reviews for modifications, upgrades, or relocation of equipment. - Verify equipment safety before release for production.C. Audits, Compliance & Documentation- Conduct internal machine safety audits; support external audits (regulatory, customer, ISO etc). - Ensure compliance with The OSH Code 2020, The Factories Act 1948, Indian Electricity Rules, machine guarding guidelines and other statutory requirements. - Maintain documentation such as Risk Assessments, Inspection Checklists, Incident Reports and equipment safety records.D. Training & Incident Response- Conduct training for engineers, operators, and maintenance staff on machine safeguarding, Lockout–Tagout (LOTO), Safe maintenance/repair, Electrical and mechanical safety etc. - Lead and support incident investigations related to machine operations or equipment failures.E. Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with Engineering, Projects, Operations, Maintenance and OEM vendors to ensure safety is embedded from procurement through operation. - Provide safety inputs during equipment selection and procurement.2. Required Skills & Competencies- Strong knowledge of machine guarding, interlocks, safety PLCs, robotics/automation safety, LOTO, and mechanical/electrical risk controls. - Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance safety. - Familiarity with cleanroom operations and high-precision equipment handling is an advantage. - Ability to understand engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, safety circuits, control logic, and tool layouts. - Strong communication, documentation and leadership skills.3. Preferred Background- Experience in automobile or electronics manufacturing, industrial equipment manufacturing, heavy engineering, robotics/automation or semiconductor tools. - Exposure to greenfield project safety, equipment installations and complex automation systems. - Knowledge of international safety standards (SEMI, ISO 12100, ISO 13849, IEC, NFPA, OSHA).

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