Senior Engineer – Risk Engineering and Safety 

Mossville, IL or Tucson, AZ - Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customer's facility in Mossville, IL or Tucson, AZ (or Remote). As a member of our team, the selected candidate will support the Electrification program by leading risk engineering and safety initiatives for Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) systems. This senior role is critical in ensuring product safety, compliance, and reliability by proactively identifying risks, developing mitigation strategies, and aligning designs with international safety standards.

Duties:

• Lead risk assessments, safety analyses, and hazard identification activities for DET systems.
• Develop and maintain risk management documentation including DFMEA, PFMEA, and safety case reports.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 13849, ISO 26262) and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with design, systems, and validation teams to integrate safety requirements into product development.
• Support design reviews, audits, and regulatory submissions by providing safety engineering expertise.
• Work cross-functionally to drive risk mitigation strategies from concept through production.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship in safety engineering best practices and tools.
• Monitor evolving regulatory and safety landscapes to proactively update risk management processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Safety Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in risk engineering, functional safety, or product compliance.
• Strong background in hazard analysis, FMEA, and risk management frameworks.
• Proven ability to apply safety standards and regulatory requirements to product development.
• Strong systems thinking and ability to evaluate complex interdependencies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional engagement.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate issues and drive resolution.

Preferred:

• Experience with electrification technologies such as batteries, power electronics, and electric drives.
• Knowledge of mining equipment, heavy machinery, or off-highway vehicles.
• Familiarity with software safety concepts and validation techniques.
• Hands-on experience supporting safety audits, regulatory inspections, or product certifications.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

Why work for Productive Resources? 

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Caregiver Support Programs
• Financial Wellbeing Support
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Training and Development

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly