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Ergonomist
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What they do
An Ergonomist designs workplace furniture and equipment or tools to make them safe, efficient and comfortable to use, and to minimize strain for workers. Incorporates occupational health criteria in design. Advises on design for products, such as computers, as they are being developed, or advises on the re-design of an office space or factory process to improve productivity and safety.
$86,340 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Join Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics as an Ergonomist and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and ergonomics across various industries. Our mission is to help organizations identify and mitigate work-related risks that impact employee health, productivity, and overall quality. As an Ergonomist, you will play a crucial role in collaborating with clients to develop tailored solutions that address their unique ergonomic challenges. Your responsibilities will span assessing ergonomic risks, conducting detailed analyses, and recommending actionable improvements. The successful candidate for this role will join a growing team of Health, Safety & Engineering professionals helping our customers reduce their work-related risk to quality, productivity and employee health. Requirements Hold a B.S. or M.S. in Kinesiology, Industrial Engineering, Human Factors, Occupational Biomechanics, Ergonomics, or a related discipline. Possess 1-2 years of experience in industrial ergonomics. Experience in automotive or manufacturing environments. Experience or certification in ergonomic assessment tools (e.g., NIOSH equations, RULA, REBA, Digital Human Modeling) is preferred. Display strong communication skills, including experience creating reports and delivering presentations to client contacts. Be willing to travel for occasional local site visits and regular travel between client facilities. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) HSA and FSA Accounts Retirement Plan (401k) 50% Company Match of the First 6% of Employee Contribution Short Term & Long Term Disability Premiums 100% Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D Premiums 100% Company Paid Paid Time Off (2-5 weeks) Company Paid Holidays (including days between Christmas and New Years) Profit Sharing Training & Development (Tuition Reimbursement and Certifications) Additional Voluntary Benefits We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment status because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that your are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 734-744-9705. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest.