Machinery Safety Engineer

About the Position

Machinery Safety Engineer

SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company – is seeking an experienced Machinery Safety Engineer to join our growing team in Buxton, England. As a Machinery Safety Engineer, you will provide expert technical support to clients across machinery safety, CE/UKCA compliance, and PUWER. You'll conduct inspections, assessments, and factory audits, deliver specialist training, and advise clients on UK and EU machinery legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections, testing, and conformity assessments for CE and UKCA machinery compliance in accordance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 (as amended), and applicable A-Type, B-Type, and C-Type harmonised/designated standards for a wide range of machinery, production lines, Annex IV / Annex I machinery, and other electrical and mechanical products.
• Delivering technical training, seminars, and webinars to SGS colleagues, partners, and clients on machinery safety topics, including the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, PUWER, and associated harmonised standards, supporting capability development and business growth.
• Producing and maintaining high-quality technical documentation, including assessment reports, inspection reports, certificates, and training materials, ensuring compliance with internal procedures, accreditation requirements, and client expectations.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, and The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 (as amended).
• Working knowledge and practical application of key machinery safety standards, including:
  • EN ISO 12100 – Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction
  • EN 60204-1 – Safety of Machinery: Electrical Equipment of Machines
  • EN ISO 13849 Series – Safety-Related Parts of Control Systems
  • EN ISO 4413 – Hydraulic Fluid Power Systems
  • EN ISO 4414 – Pneumatic Fluid Power Systems
  • Relevant A-Type, B-Type, and C-Type harmonised/designated standards
  • Competence in carrying out electrical safety verification and measurements in accordance with EN 60204-1.

We Offer

• Performance-related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme & Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) & Bank Holidays

About the Company

SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity, and reliability.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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