Job description
*This role requires the ability to work, in person, in Baltimore on a regular basis.
Allow us to introduce ourselves
dss+ is a leading operations management consulting firm offering a range of advisory and implementation transformational services in Operational Risk, Operational Excellence, and Sustainability, enabled by Learning & Development and Digital Technologies.
dss+ has employees across the globe offering services primarily in the Metals & Mining, Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Financial Services industries.
With our DuPont industrial operations heritage and expertise in operational risk management, operations excellence, learning & development, data analytics & digital technology, our capabilities provide an integrated, transformational solution to enable clients to realize their business goals.
At dss+ we have established an inclusive culture, where everyone contributes, has the chance to develop and display their talents in solving challenging client problems. We are a team-based culture and, thus, we look for people that operate well in this environment, are intellectually curious and adaptive in ensuring their contribution fits within the evolving themes and dynamics of our projects.
We have an immediate need for system safety engineers to support our growing transportation business. This presents a unique opportunity for you to grow both personally and professionally as you contribute to our Purpose.
Job requirements
You have experience supporting large capital programs to implement new technologies and systems providing system safety expertise. You are comfortable working in large, complex and fast-paced team environments.
You will work directly with safety, engineering, and operations teams to define, assess, and verify safety performance across complex systems, ensuring safety remains a foundational element in every project phase. You will manage and oversee safety risk assessments, hazard analyses, and system safety evaluations across multiple programs.
Responsibilities:
Reviewing engineering documentation and drawings (i.e., architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, track and communications, civil, systems, etc.) and issuing comments regarding compliance with safety standards, fire codes as well as other local building codes.
Conducting safety engineering reviews of construction and engineering documents, drawings, specifications and operating procedures to ensure that fire and safety codes, standards and principles are integrated into the project and safety hazards are identified, eliminated, minimized and/or controlled.
Conducting audits and inspections of rail transit agencies to monitor compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and preparing reports documenting findings and recommendations.
Conducting site visits in the field to verify safety and security requirements have been met through documentation or visual means and preparing reports.
Conducting safety analyses of various transportation system components (examples: Railcars, Train Control Systems, Communications Systems, Power Systems, Grade Crossing Systems, etc.) to identify potential safety hazards and mitigation strategies.
Developing safety and security design criteria and requirements for technical specifications.
Conducting reviews and analyses of new Standard and Emergency Operating Procedures, operating rules, bulletins and training programs.
Reviewing accident/incident reports and assisting with the development and implementation of corrective actions.
First-hand experience conducting accident investigations is a significant plus.
Implementing the requirements of 49 CFR Parts 659 and 674 and supporting related activities associated with the State Safety Oversight Program.
Developing and/or reviewing safety training programs for employees and recommending revisions as needed.
Participating in and/or leading safety committees and safety audit teams and developing comprehensive safety reports.
Job may require frequent visits to active construction work sites.
Qualifications:
The successful applicant will have 3 or more years of experience and must be able to work as part of a diverse multi-disciplined project team. Successful candidates must also have strong project planning and execution skills and be capable of analyzing project plans and designs to identify potential safety and security risks and possible mitigations and controlling measures to these risks. Additional candidate qualifications include:
Bachelor's degree in science, engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Systems, Fire Protection, Safety Sciences), or related field. Advanced degree or certification preferred.
Experience with MIL-STD 882, Safety Management Systems (SMS), or other industry recognized system safety methodologies and practices.
Relevant certifications from independent safety organizations such as the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), World Safety Organization (WSO), or Transportation Safety Institute (TSI).
Experience performing/reviewing various forms of safety analyses including preliminary hazards analyses, fault tree analyses, and failure modes, effects, and criticality analysis desired but not required.
Experience interpreting nationally recognized safety codes, standards and regulations.
Experience in process consultation, project management, problem-solving and statistical analysis desired.
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills required.
Strong written and oral communication skills required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to present project materials and findings to client personnel from all organizational levels, from front line employees to senior executive staff.
Candidate must be willing to travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with risk-based certification approaches and modern assurance methodologies.
Demonstrated experience performing hazard identification, risk classification, and mitigation planning.
Proficiency with safety and risk management tools (BowTie, FTA, FMEA, or equivalent).
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to develop and present clear, concise, and actionable safety reports.
