Operational Safety Engineer

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Operational Safety Engineer to take a leading role in shaping and driving operational safety at Vay. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of operational safety for Vay's remote driving operations globally, working closely with a strong cross-functional team across Operations, Engineering, Training, and Safety Management. This role can be based in Berlin, Germany (with frequent travel to the US) or in Las Vegas, NV.

What you'll do

• Own the operational safety framework for Vay's remote driving operations globally
• Define safety KPIs, thresholds, and data-driven safety improvements
• Lead and continuously improve operational safety processes, procedures, and standards
• Drive root cause analyses and oversee the implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Act as the key contact for all operational safety topics within the Las Vegas operations
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to building a safety-focused culture across the organization
• Develop and optimize data-driven tools and methods for incident tracking and risk analysis
• Represent Operational Safety in cross-functional reviews, audits, and compliance initiatives

What you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Safety, Automotive, Systems, Mechanical, or equivalent)
• 3+ years of experience in operational safety, safety engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Proven experience leading incident investigations and safety process improvements
• Strong analytical and communication skills with a structured and proactive work style
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority
• Willingness to travel

What they offer

• ESOP stock options
• Unlimited paid vacation days
• Subsidised Deutschland ticket (Berlin)
• Subsidised Urban Sports Club or FitX membership
• 30% off Vay rides
• €350 home office set-up