Functional Safety Engineer
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... automotive functional safety ISO 26262 • Work independently on design tasks to lead the ... electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis • Support ...
Functional Safety Engineer
Atlanta, GA · On-site
... automotive functional safety ISO 26262 • Work independently on design tasks to lead the ... electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis • Support ...
Senior System Safety Engineer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$90K - $124K/yr
System Safety Engineering, System Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, or equivalent Safety Engineering experience in areas such as Aerospace, Automotive or Medical Device - The ability to ...
Senior System Safety Engineer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$90K - $124K/yr
System Safety Engineering, System Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, or equivalent Safety Engineering experience in areas such as Aerospace, Automotive or Medical Device - The ability to ...
Functional Safety Engineer
Atlanta, GA · On-site
... automotive functional safety ISO 26262 • Work independently on design tasks to lead the ... electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis • Support ...
Functional Safety Engineer
Atlanta, GA · On-site
... automotive functional safety ISO 26262 • Work independently on design tasks to lead the ... electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis • Support ...
Process Safety Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
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Process Safety Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
Senior System Safety Engineer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$90K - $124K/yr
System Safety Engineering, System Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, or equivalent Safety Engineering experience in areas such as Aerospace, Automotive or Medical Device - The ability to ...
Senior System Safety Engineer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$90K - $124K/yr
System Safety Engineering, System Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, or equivalent Safety Engineering experience in areas such as Aerospace, Automotive or Medical Device - The ability to ...
Process Safety Engineer
Durham, NC · On-site
... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
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Process Safety Engineer
Durham, NC · On-site
... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$89K - $118K/yr
We are seeking ISEP Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$89K - $118K/yr
We are seeking ISEP Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$67K - $89K/yr
... Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies that Shape the ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$67K - $89K/yr
... Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies that Shape the ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standardssavvy Functional ... Safety Engineer who thrives at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and platform . You combine ...
... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standardssavvy Functional ... Safety Engineer who thrives at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and platform . You combine ...
... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
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... automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious ... As a Process Safety Engineer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ...
Hardware Functional Safety Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site
$156K/yr
... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standards-savvy Functional ... Safety Engineer who thrives at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and platform . You combine ...
Hardware Functional Safety Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site
$156K/yr
... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standards-savvy Functional ... Safety Engineer who thrives at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and platform . You combine ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
$89K - $118K/yr
We are seeking ISEP Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
$89K - $118K/yr
We are seeking ISEP Safety Engineers to join our growing team! At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies ... automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). If you want to challenge yourself and ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Infotainment Systems
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$116K - $145K/yr
The engineer ensures that failures within infotainment - whether from connectivity issues, display ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Infotainment Systems
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$116K - $145K/yr
The engineer ensures that failures within infotainment - whether from connectivity issues, display ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ... safety engineering * Ability to work with resilience, zooming out and out of the box thinking
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
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Safety Engineer, Collision Risk
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$126K/yr
Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech. ... We are seeking a passionate and experienced safety or systems engineer to spearhead the development ...
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$48.5K - $59K
23% of jobs
$59K - $69.6K
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$73.5K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$69.6K - $80.1K
4% of jobs
$80.1K - $90.7K
6% of jobs
$90.7K - $101.2K
13% of jobs
The median wage is $103.3K / yr.
$101.2K - $111.8K
16% of jobs
$111.8K - $122.3K
7% of jobs
$122.3K - $132.9K
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$133.2K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$132.9K - $143.4K
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How much do automotive safety engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Jun 8, 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 are Automotive Safety Engineers?
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, and why are they important?
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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Posted 3 days ago
Job description
Title: Functional Safety Engineer
Atlanta, Georgia - onsite
Duration: 6-12+ Months
Must Have Skills
Skill 1 - 5 + years' experience in functional safety design and analysis
Skill 2 - Experience with safety analysis and creation of DFA, DFMEA, FMEDA, FTA HARA
Skill 3 - Design Safety Electronics Electrical Hardware Products
Good To have Skills -
Skill 1 - Familiarity and understanding of ISO26262, particularly parts 5, 8, and 9
Responsibilities
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive functional safety ISO 26262
• Work independently on design tasks to lead the electrical hardware functional safety design
• Design Safety Electronics Electrical Hardware Products
• Work with electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis
• Support electrical DFMEA creation and maintenance
• Create safety related DFA, FMEDA, FTA for the hardware design
• Review customer requirements and safety manuals
• Support product design reviews
• System knowledge - ASIL A, B, C and D system
• Experience with automotive systems development life cycle
• Experience in automotive serial communication protocols such as CAN & LIN
• Experience in different microcontrollers and peripherals such as SPI, GPIO, PWM, etc.
• Experience in Microcontrollers, SoC
• Assist other teams with the implementation of systems engineering processes, which can also include cross-functional reviews of requirements and safety analyses
• Experience in Doors, Medini tools Rhapsody
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
• 5 + years' experience in functional safety design and analysis
• Familiarity and understanding of ISO26262, particularly parts 5, 8, and 9
• Experience with safety analysis and creation of DFA, DFMEA, FMEDA, FTA HARA
• Understanding of electrical circuits and the design of them
Atlanta, Georgia - onsite
Duration: 6-12+ Months
Must Have Skills
Skill 1 - 5 + years' experience in functional safety design and analysis
Skill 2 - Experience with safety analysis and creation of DFA, DFMEA, FMEDA, FTA HARA
Skill 3 - Design Safety Electronics Electrical Hardware Products
Good To have Skills -
Skill 1 - Familiarity and understanding of ISO26262, particularly parts 5, 8, and 9
Responsibilities
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive functional safety ISO 26262
• Work independently on design tasks to lead the electrical hardware functional safety design
• Design Safety Electronics Electrical Hardware Products
• Work with electrical engineering team to create the functional safety design and analysis
• Support electrical DFMEA creation and maintenance
• Create safety related DFA, FMEDA, FTA for the hardware design
• Review customer requirements and safety manuals
• Support product design reviews
• System knowledge - ASIL A, B, C and D system
• Experience with automotive systems development life cycle
• Experience in automotive serial communication protocols such as CAN & LIN
• Experience in different microcontrollers and peripherals such as SPI, GPIO, PWM, etc.
• Experience in Microcontrollers, SoC
• Assist other teams with the implementation of systems engineering processes, which can also include cross-functional reviews of requirements and safety analyses
• Experience in Doors, Medini tools Rhapsody
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
• 5 + years' experience in functional safety design and analysis
• Familiarity and understanding of ISO26262, particularly parts 5, 8, and 9
• Experience with safety analysis and creation of DFA, DFMEA, FMEDA, FTA HARA
• Understanding of electrical circuits and the design of them