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EDAG, Inc.

Functional Safety Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

... non-automotive companies. This is how you will grow: The Functional Safety Engineer will be ... responsible for creating functional safety standards in accordance with ISO26262 and other relevant ...

DFM Solutions

Safety Engineer

Cleveland, OH

Safety Engineer Under the direction of the Regional Safety leader, the Safety Engineer plans ... Minimum of 3 years supporting heavy industrial or automotive manufacturing environments.

Merican

Functional Safety Engineer

Liberty, NC · On-site

As a leading player in the global automotive industry, our client manufactures vehicles in 27 ... Functional Safety Engineer Location: Liberty, NC, 27298 Duration: 12 Months Job Type: Temporary ...

Stellantis

Functional Safety Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

Technology is going to disrupt the automotive industry significantly in the next decade, and our ... We are seeking highly motivated Functional Safety Engineer for the implementation of ISO 26262 ...

Quest Global

Safety Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

... defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor ... Safety Engineer - Medical products - 6+ Years Experience Primary Job function - * Experience with ...

SpaceX

Equipment Safety Engineer

Bastrop, TX

Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, such as aerospace, automotive, or robotics. * Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Engineer (PE ...

Quest Global

Safety Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

... defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor ... Safety Engineer - Medical products - 6+ Years Experience Primary Job function - * Experience with ...

Quest Global

Safety Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

... defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor ... Safety Engineer - Medical products - 6+ Years Experience Primary Job function - * Experience with ...

AeroVect

Senior System Safety Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

You Have * 5+ years of hands-on safety engineering experience in autonomous vehicles, automotive (ISO 26262), aerospace (DO-178C/DO-254), or industrial safety (IEC 61508). * 5+ years in hardware ...

Kia America

Safety Engineer

West Point, GA · On-site

Perform all duties of Safety Engineer/Specialist as assigned by departmental leadership. Must be ... within the automotive industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SpaceX

Equipment Safety Engineer

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, such as aerospace, automotive, or robotics. * Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Engineer (PE ...

eShocan

Sr. Occupant Safety Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

Sr. Occupant Safety Engineer Position Overview eShocan is seeking an experienced and highly ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Biomechanics, or related field ...

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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive safety engineer in the United States is $104,622.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an automotive safety engineer?

Automotive Safety Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and test safety features in vehicles to protect passengers and reduce the risk of injury during accidents. They work on systems such as airbags, seat belts, crash structures, and electronic safety controls. Their role involves analyzing crash data, conducting simulations, and ensuring vehicles meet regulatory safety standards. Automotive Safety Engineers collaborate with other engineers to integrate safety technologies and continually improve vehicle safety performance.

What are some common challenges automotive safety engineers face when integrating new safety technologies into vehicle designs?

Automotive Safety Engineers often encounter challenges balancing innovative safety features with cost, manufacturability, and strict regulatory standards. Integrating new technologies requires close collaboration with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to ensure that solutions are practical and compliant with safety regulations like NHTSA or Euro NCAP. Additionally, staying up to date with rapidly evolving technology and customer expectations can be demanding, but it also offers opportunities for professional growth and innovation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automotive safety engineer?

To thrive as an Automotive Safety Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or automotive engineering, knowledge of safety standards (such as FMVSS or Euro NCAP), and experience with vehicle crash analysis. Proficiency with CAD software, simulation tools like LS-DYNA or HyperMesh, and relevant certifications in automotive safety are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and convey complex safety information. These skills and qualifications are crucial for designing vehicles that meet regulatory requirements and protect passengers in real-world scenarios.
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Functional Safety Engineer

EDAG, Inc.

Troy, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description:

Who we are:

EDAG Inc. is a globally leading, independent engineering services provider that combines excellent engineering with the latest technology trends. We are the experts in the all-round development of complete vehicles and smart factories. Our interdisciplinary expertise in the areas of software and digitalization means that we have the crucial skills to actively shape dynamic transformation processes as an innovative partner.


Development with passion. That's us.


With an interdisciplinary team of around 9,000 experts, EDAG develops unique mobility and industrial solutions for customers that include the world's leading automotive and non-automotive companies.


This is how you will grow:

The Functional Safety Engineer will be responsible for creating functional safety standards in accordance with ISO26262 and other relevant industry norms future EE/HW/SW systems must comply with.

This role will be critical in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential hazards throughout the development

lifecycle of vehicle systems and components. The Engineer will lead the definition and development of functional safety concepts at the system, hardware, and software levels, and later support validation ensuring that all safety goals and ASIL (Automotive Safety Integrity Level) requirements are met.

  • Work with team members to ensure HARAs (Hazard and Risk Analyses) are completed properly, classify risks using the ASIL system, and define functional safety goals and system responses to prevent accidents.
  • Support translation of high-level safety requirements into detailed hardware and software requirements and specification of diagnostic requirements.
  • Assist with conducting FTAs (Fault Tree Analyses) and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analyses).
  • Coordinate root-causes analysis and engineering teams and suppliers when safety issues arise.
  • Generate work products and reports to document the safety status of a given project.
  • Participate in safety assessments, audits, and the creation of safety cases for final vehicle homologation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders through system “V” development from concept to launch with design reviews and CFT.
  • Domain/working knowledge of SW controls, EE, Electronics, and expertise in development, testing and validation methods of mechatronics systems.
Requirements:

This is how you will take us forward:

  • Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or similar
    • Preferred Masters in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Systems Engineering
  • Extensive experience working with Automotive EE architectures (both Domain, Distributed) from Powertrain, Body, etc.
  • Strong understanding of 1st principles in Engineering, result/solution oriented
  • Heavy travel first 2- 4 weeks of project
  • Subject matter expert in Systems Engineering, Multi-domain physics, Complex systems design with EE, SW integration.
  • Experience with embedded systems such as wiring and power distribution units
  • Familiarity with CAN, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, and/or other automotive communication protocols