Job Summary

The Safety Engineer (Machine Safety) is responsible for ensuring the safe design, installation, operation, maintenance, and compliance of manufacturing equipment and automated systems within the electronics manufacturing facility. The role focuses on machine safeguarding, risk assessments, automation safety, electrical safety, regulatory compliance, and implementation of engineering controls to eliminate workplace hazards and prevent injuries.

The incumbent will partner with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Automation, Facilities, and EHS teams to establish world-class machine safety standards and drive continuous improvement in operational safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Safety Management
- Develop, implement, and sustain machine safety programs across all manufacturing operations.
- Conduct machine safety assessments for SMT lines, PCB assembly equipment, testing stations, conveyors, robotic systems, automated assembly lines, and utility equipment.
- Ensure compliance with machine safety standards, regulations, and company EHS requirements.




- Establish machine safeguarding requirements for recent and existing equipment.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Analysis
- Perform Machine Risk Assessments (MRA) and Hazard Identification & Risk Assessments (HIRA).
- Identify hazards associated with:
- Moving machinery
- Robotics and automation systems
- Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Electrical equipment
- Material handling systems
- Automated testing equipment
- Recommend engineering controls and risk reduction measures.
- Validate effectiveness of implemented controls.

Machine Guarding & Safety Systems
- Review and approve machine guarding designs.
- Ensure adequate protection through:
- Fixed guards
- Interlocked guards
- Safety light curtains
- Safety mats
- Two-hand control systems
- Emergency stop systems
- Safety PLCs and relays
- Conduct periodic inspections and validation of safety devices.
- Monitor compliance with safeguarding stand

📌 Safety Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Visteon
📍 Chennai