Senior Ergonomist

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Ergonomist with industrial and applied ergonomics experience to support a handful of our key Apex clients. This is a part‑time, traveling role - with expense covered - ideal for an experienced professional who excels in practical, field-based ergonomics and enjoys working directly with operations, safety, engineering, facilities, labor, leadership and other stakeholders.

The Senior Ergonomist will perform ergonomics assessments, collaboratively develop solutions and project manage solution implementation in industrial manufacturing and warehouse settings to reduce musculoskeletal injury risk while improving productivity and worker well‑being.

Your Responsibilities as a Senior Ergonomist:

• Conduct on-site ergonomic assessments in industrial environments (e.g., manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, logistics, construction, utilities).
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize ergonomic risk factors related to manual material handling, repetitive tasks, awkward postures, vibration, and forceful exertions.
• Develop practical, cost-effective ergonomic solutions, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and tool/equipment recommendations.
• Collaborate with EHS, Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to implement ergonomic improvements.
• Apply published design standards on workstation design, equipment selection, process changes, and job/task design.
• Support injury prevention efforts, including analysis of MSD trends, root cause investigations, and return-to-work accommodations.
• Prepare concise technical reports, risk assessments, and recommendations either within our clients’ various reporting systems or as a standalone report.
• Stay current on ergonomics standards, best practices, and regulatory expectations relevant to industrial work.
• Support and maintain strong communications between our clients and our Apex leadership.

What we're looking for:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Ergonomics, Human Factors, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of professional ergonomics experience, with an emphasis on industrial settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
• Manual material handling analysis
• Task and job hazard analysis
• Ergonomic assessment tools (e.g., REBA, RULA, NIOSH Lifting Equation, Strain Index)
• Proven ability to for project management resulting in implementation of solutions that objectively improve injury risk or process efficiency.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to understand and influence front-line workers through senior leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly (with per diem expenses covered for assignments) for a few days up to multi-week stays in various locations across the US.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., CPE, CIE, CSP, CIH, PT, OT).
• Experience working within EHS or injury prevention programs.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, automation, heavy equipment, and material handling systems.
• Experience supporting multi-site or enterprise-level ergonomics programs.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to walk industrial facilities, climb stairs/ladders, and observe physical work activities.
• Ability to lift light equipment (e.g., measurement tools, laptops).
• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays.

Job Location:

Seattle / Puget Sound area is optimal, but remote support could be acceptable with travel (easy access to an airport is a must).

Travel Expectations:

Travel will be up to 75% with variation depending on stage of the project and need for on-site presence.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Req ID: 11497