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Rockwell Automation

Functional Safety Consultant

Chicago, IL · Remote

$97K - $146K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Safety Controls Engineer/Functional Safety Consultant , your core responsibility will be to work with customers to identify and measure risks on industrial machinery. With this information ...

Sun Chemical Corporation

Process Safety Engineer II

Northlake, IL · On-site

$105K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare ... Safety Engineer II North America Join Sun Chemical's Group Engineering team and help drive process ...

Sun Chemical

Process Safety Engineer II

Northlake, IL · On-site

$105K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare ... Safety Engineer II North America Join Sun Chemical's Group Engineering team and help drive process ...

Sun Chemical

Process Safety Engineer II

Northlake, IL

$105K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare ... Safety Engineer II North America Join Sun Chemical's Group Engineering team and help drive process ...

Honeywell

HSE Engineer II

Des Plaines, IL

$95K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Process Safety Engineer here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for overseeing and ... safety, and environmental practices. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ...

Honeywell

HSE Engineer II

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$95K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Process Safety Engineer here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for overseeing and ... safety, and environmental practices. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ...

Honeywell

HSE Engineer II

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$95K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Process Safety Engineer here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for overseeing and ... safety, and environmental practices. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ...

H.B Fuller

PSM Engineer

Frankfort, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and ... Position Overview The Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer leads process risk reduction ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for functional safety engineer in Chicago, IL is $121,097.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,155.00 and $136,513.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a functional safety engineer?

A Functional Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and systems comply with safety standards to prevent hazards, particularly in industries like automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation. They analyze risks, define safety requirements, and oversee implementation to meet functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508. Their role includes performing hazard analysis, failure mode analysis, and verification of safety mechanisms. They often collaborate with design, software, and testing teams to ensure compliance.

What does a functional safety engineer do?

A typical day for a Functional Safety Engineer involves conducting safety analyses, such as FMEA and hazard identification, creating or reviewing safety documentation, and collaborating closely with design, hardware, and software engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety standards. You may participate in project meetings, support verification and validation activities, and interface with customers or regulatory bodies on safety matters. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the role, effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is essential. Balancing technical detail with regulatory guidelines is a common and rewarding challenge you can expect in this position.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a functional safety engineer?

To thrive as a Functional Safety Engineer, you need strong analytical skills in risk assessment, a solid engineering background (typically in electrical, electronic, or automotive engineering), and familiarity with relevant safety standards. Expertise in tools like ISO 26262, FMEA, FMEDA, and industry certifications such as TÜV Functional Safety are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving ability, clear communication, and teamwork skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure that critical systems meet safety requirements, regulatory standards, and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.

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Engineer- Electrical Engineer Functional Safety

UL Solutions

Northbrook, IL • On-site

$64K - $864K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

UL Solutions rating

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 120 rated laboratories

Job description


Join UL Solutions' AHL Controls Engineering team and help evaluate the safety and reliability of electrical and electronic control systems used in appliances, HVAC equipment, lighting products, and other electronically controlled devices. This engineering role combines hands-on technical analysis, laboratory testing, and customer interaction while developing expertise in embedded controls, safety-related software, and international safety standards such as UL/IEC 60730-1.
Responsibilities
  • Work with a team of experienced engineers evaluating electrical and electronic control systems used in consumer, commercial and industrial products.
  • Apply engineering fundamentals to the assessment of hardware, software, and embedded control systems.
  • Gain experience in the application of international safety standards, including UL/CSA/IEC 60730-1 for automatic electrical controls.
  • Develop technical expertise in embedded hardware, software-controlled systems, and functional safety engineering.
  • Participate in laboratory testing, engineering analysis, customer interactions, and project management activities.
  • Ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in electronics, embedded systems, controls, software, or product development who are interested in building technical expertise in product safety and functional safety engineering.
  • Perform engineering evaluations on electrical and electronic control systems to applicable safety standards.
  • Review electrical schematics, circuit designs, software documentation, control system architectures, and technical specifications.
  • Support project planning activities including scope definition, scheduling, sample requirements, and project estimates.
  • Coordinate laboratory testing activities by preparing test plans, data sheets, and instructions for laboratory personnel based on product designs and applicable requirements.
  • Analyze test results and prepare engineering reports documenting compliance findings.
  • Communicate technical requirements, project status, and evaluation results to customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Investigate hardware, software, and system-level issues identified during product evaluations.
  • Assist in the assessment of embedded control systems, programmable electronics, sensors, and safety-related control functions.
  • Participate in customer meetings, design reviews, and occasional witness testing activities.
  • Contribute to the development of new test methods, engineering procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain knowledge of evolving technologies, embedded control systems, software-enabled products, and applicable safety standards.
  • May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shown. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
  • Perform other duties as directed.
  • Follow UL Solutions quality, safety, security, and Code of Conduct requirements.

Qualifications
University Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an accredited program.
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework, internship, co-op, research, military, or professional experience involving:
  • Electronic circuit design and analysis
  • Embedded systems or microcontroller-based products
  • Control systems or industrial automation
  • Firmware or software development
  • Electrical testing and laboratory equipment
  • Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical documentation

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $64,800- $86,4000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).
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About Us
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
About the Team
When you combine the gravitas of a 130-year-old safety science leader with a culture of innovation that pushes the boundaries in new services and technology, you get UL Solutions. As a global team of business and engineering experts, we develop software for a huge range of industries, including medical, sustainability, renewable energy and healthy buildings. Together, we're dedicated to making a real-world difference, to using our knowledge for good and to pioneering positive change. Join our team and use your expertise to transform global safety, security and sustainability.

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