Compliance Specialist V -(Laser Safety Specialist)

Job Title: Compliance Specialist V (Laser Safety Specialist)

Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite). Travel to Sunnyvale, Burlingame, and Fremont, CA, as needed.

Duration: Contract - 5 months

Pay Range: $65/hr $70/hr (W2).

Job ID: 407114

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Laser Safety Specialist to join our Global EHS team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in laser and radiation safety program management and a proven ability to conduct hazard analyses, perform laser calculations and measurements, and drive compliance to U.S. and international optical and radiation safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Audit laboratories for radiation and laser safety compliance.


• Analyze safety hazards and assist in creating requirement specifications for hardware containing lasers, LEDs, and X-ray sources.


• Understand and implement laser and optical safety standards including FLPPS, ANSI Z136.1, IEC 60825, and IEC 62471.


• Create, review, and approve laser and optical hazard SOPs.


• Review and approve work performed by outside laser service technicians.


• Identify and develop corrective actions and communicate outcomes to stakeholders.


• Conduct power, spectral, and temporal measurements for laser and LED sources.


• Implement safety protocols required by CDPH for X-ray generators and perform X-ray leakage surveys.


• Perform fault simulations to validate optical safety and design robustness.


• Collaborate effectively with research and product teams and coach staff to establish compliant procedures.


• Cover labs in Sunnyvale, Burlingame, and Fremont, with other travel such as to Redmond, WA, as necessary.


• Support additional EHS programs as needed, including LOTO, lab safety, chemical safety, electrical safety, and machine guarding.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Optical Sciences or Engineering, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Physics, or related field. Direct LSO/RSO experience may substitute for degree.


• At least 5 years of experience as a Laser Safety Officer (LSO).


• Proficient with ANSI Z136.1 - The American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers.


• Familiarity with CDPH X-ray regulations and implementation of X-ray generator protocols.


• Experience with IEC 60825 and IEC 62471 and familiarity with FLPPS (21 CFR 1040.10/11).


• Experience in safety investigations during development or failure analysis and in technical field testing or reliability roles.


• Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills with self-motivated, proactive work style.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working as an LSO and/or RSO in hardware research or production environments.


• Proficiency with FDA/CDRH FLPPS and IEC 60825-1, IEC 62471-1, and related federal reporting requirements.


• Ability to perform laser calculations including MPE, NOHD, and NHZ across laser types and configurations.


• Experience conducting FMEA and Fault Tree Analysis and developing in-house optical safety test methods.


• Experience with RF/EMF safety (FCC and IEEE C95.1) and ultrasound safety.


• Certified Laser Safety Officer (CLSO) from BLS.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Fair Chance Notice

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Certain criminal history may relate to material job duties including adherence to company policies, judgment, stress management, safe work practices, trustworthiness, meeting client standards, and safeguarding operations and reputation.

Interested? Apply Now!

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