Lab Safety Engineer, Amazon Robotics EHS, Robotics Technology

At Amazon we are committed to being Earths Safest Place to Work. To get there we are looking for an exceptionally talented and empathetic leader for the position of an onsite EHS Specialist in a permanent position. A possible relocation will be supported if certain criteria are met. As a Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist you will lead the EHS department at the respective Lab/R&D locations. You will work closely with the local management and report directly to the AR EHS Global Lab Safety Manager.

Key job responsibilities
Owning EHS compliance for a robotics research and development lab
Conducting risk assessments and influencing implementation of risk reduction measures
Advising employees and management on the subject of occupational health and safety and environmental regulations
Advising and influencing designs around machinery safety requirements and standards
Familiarity and compliance with ISO 13849
Implementing legal and Amazon internal requirements in occupational health safety and environmental regulations
Working with various support functions (HR Engineering Facilities)
Ensuring compliance with Massachusetts Occupational Safety and Health laws and guidelines as well as company guidelines and completing the necessary formalities to comply with them
Evaluating accidents and statistics and developing prevention programs to avoid accidents
Creating a safe work culture and promoting commitment to occupational health and safety measures of management and teams
Close cooperation with the local fire brigade the occupational health and safety authorities and any professional associations and maintaining these relationships



A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular full-time employees include:

1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!

About the team
The Amazon Robotics (AR) Technology Enablement & Solutions (TES) Team enables ARs people purpose and place to deliver the future. We remove barriers drive organizational productivity and foster growth. We serve AR leadership product customers and employees and collaborate with teams throughout FTR. Creating a safe inclusive and productive workplace experience. Designing and iterating on learning development and engagement solutions to support needs of operators and employees. Synthesizing and articulating ARs long-term strategy near-term goals product roadmaps and workforce strategy. Developing and managing cross organizational mechanisms reporting programs and Sustainability efforts.

- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Experience in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field
- Experience using strong customer service communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and experience with foundational machinery safety standards such as ISO 12100 R15.06 ISO 10218 ISO 13849 NFPA79 etc.
- Experience leading safety engineering programs in R&D manufacturing or production environment
- Deep knowledge and experience of safety risk assessment functional safety analysis and electrical safety

- Masters degree in Health and Safety or a related field
- Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean methodology techniques
- Deep knowledge and extensive experience of driving safety systematically into R&D labs and/or production systems

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at MA North Reading - 111300.00 - 186100.00 USD annually
USA MA Westboro - 111300.00 - 186100.00 USD annually