Vay
Ever wanted to tell people, “Yeah, I helped launch the future of transportation”? Well, here’s your shot. At Vay, we’re flipping the script on mobility with Remote driving—delivering cars to customers with zero hassle and zero driver inside, offering a unique by the minute car rental service. We’re already live in Las Vegas, and trust us, we’re just getting started.
Why this role is awesome: We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Operational Safety Engineer to take a leading role in shaping and driving operational safety at Vay. You will act as the primary safety expert for our US operations, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Training, and Safety Management). You will own safety investigations, process improvements, and ensure that safety principles are embedded in daily operations and future scaling efforts.
What you’ll be driving:
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 are we looking for:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Safety, Automotive, Systems, Mechanical, or equivalent).
5+ 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
Nice to have:
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Superset) or programming (SQL, Python, C/C++).
Background in highly regulated or safety-critical industries (e.g., aviation, mobility, robotics).
Experience setting up or managing safety management systems (SMS).
Why choose Vay: Genius level team – Work with the smartest minds from over 30 countries around the world in deep tech & automotive
Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment
Salary + stock options
Unlimited Paid Vacation Days
401(k)
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
️ Wellnes Hub free gym access & wellness app subscriptions
Perks at Work Membership
Snacks & Drinks in Our Downtown Las Vegas Office
Fun Team Events Every Quarter
If you want to be part of something groundbreaking, let’s chat! We highly encourage & welcome applicants from all walks of life to help us create a better future for our world #J-18808-Ljbffr
Why this role is awesome: We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Operational Safety Engineer to take a leading role in shaping and driving operational safety at Vay. You will act as the primary safety expert for our US operations, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Training, and Safety Management). You will own safety investigations, process improvements, and ensure that safety principles are embedded in daily operations and future scaling efforts.
What you’ll be driving:
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 are we looking for:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Safety, Automotive, Systems, Mechanical, or equivalent).
5+ 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
Nice to have:
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Superset) or programming (SQL, Python, C/C++).
Background in highly regulated or safety-critical industries (e.g., aviation, mobility, robotics).
Experience setting up or managing safety management systems (SMS).
Why choose Vay: Genius level team – Work with the smartest minds from over 30 countries around the world in deep tech & automotive
Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment
Salary + stock options
Unlimited Paid Vacation Days
401(k)
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
️ Wellnes Hub free gym access & wellness app subscriptions
Perks at Work Membership
Snacks & Drinks in Our Downtown Las Vegas Office
Fun Team Events Every Quarter
If you want to be part of something groundbreaking, let’s chat! We highly encourage & welcome applicants from all walks of life to help us create a better future for our world #J-18808-Ljbffr