Field Safety Specialist

Join a dynamic field safety team supporting the safe operation of autonomous vehicle testing and service activities in Austin. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to lead incident response, strengthen safety processes, and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to improve operational safety every day. Responsibilities Lead local safety response efforts for vehicles involved in incidents and support timely, effective field actionsParticipate in on-call coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededGather facts, conduct interviews, and collect evidence related to safety events, close calls, and other operational concernsWork closely with fleet operations, engineering, software, hardware, legal, EHS, and security teams to evaluate and address safety issuesHelp develop, refine, and execute safety training programs that support organizational goals and employee performancePromote a strong safety culture through collaboration, professionalism, and a team-first mindsetSupport operational safety and compliance initiatives, including the tracking and reporting of safety metricsContribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying lessons learned and helping strengthen processes across vehicles and locations Skills 2 to 4 years of experience in operational safety, field safety, occupational safety and health, emergency management, law enforcement, fire service, or a related fast-paced environmentAbility to work effectively in situations that require sound judgment, adaptability, and quick decision-makingStrong communication skills with an empathetic, collaborative approachComfort working across teams and building trusted working relationshipsFamiliarity with Google Workspace, Jira, Confluence, and Slack, or the ability to learn these tools quicklyBachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Emergency Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience Preferred Skills Experience in the automotive or autonomous vehicle industryBackground as a first responder or experience investigating vehicle-related incidentsExperience in transportation safety operations, including aviation or autonomous vehicle safetyKnowledge of high-voltage DC systems, lithium-ion batteries, battery storage systems, or NFPA 70EFamiliarity with safety standards such as AVSC best practice documents or the ISO 39000 series Horizontal is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and supported. We welcome candidates with a range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who share a commitment to building a respectful and inclusive environment. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.