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Nvidia

Semiconductor Safety Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

Our safety engineering team is currently looking for a Semiconductor Safety Engineer to help ... At least 5+ years of meaningful experience in development and integration for automotive safety ...

VRC Engineered Solutions

Safety Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

This includes partnering with the Workers' Compensation carrier to manage claims and ensure timely ... automotive, industrial, marine, and healthcare. With decades of expertise and multiple facilities ...

Pilz Automation Safety

Safety Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

All Safety Engineers report to the Consulting Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide machinery safety expertise and knowledge in both written and verbal communications * Prepare and review ...

Pacer Group

Functional Safety Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

... CFSP), Automotive Functional Safety Professional (AFSP), Functional Safety Engineer or similar ... Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all safety and compliance requirements ...

Pilz Automation Safety LP

Safety Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

All Safety Engineers report to the Consulting Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide machinery safety expertise and knowledge in both written and verbal communications * Prepare and review ...

Pilz Automation Safety LP

Safety Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

All Safety Engineers report to the Consulting Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide machinery safety expertise and knowledge in both written and verbal communications * Prepare and review ...

Trak Group

Safety Engineer

Mason, OH · On-site

Global automotive manufacturer specializing in innovative electronic components and autonomous ... Supports and maintains ISO-based management systems, including ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 standards.

FastTek

Sr. Occupant Safety Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

This Engineer will report to the Virtual Engineering Manager. * Develop CAE occupant models in LS ... Excellent understanding of the automotive safety protocol landscape for North America (FMVSS-208 ...

Priamba Soft

Functional safety Engineer

Dearborn, MI

... Automotive Engineering • 5+ years automotive functional safety experience • Hands-on HARA, FSC, TSC, FSR, TSR, and SSR authoring • Proficiency in Ansys Medini Analyze (safety lifecycle mgmt) ...

United Airlines

Functional Safety Engineer

Seattle, WA

$88K - $177K/yr

... Automotive Functional Safety Professional (AFSP), Functional Safety Engineer, or similar ... credentials are highly preferred. * 3-8 years of experience in functional safety engineering ...

Thompson Gray

Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

This position will provide system safety, risk management, and technical engineering support for cutting-edge Launched Effects systems that enhance lethality, survivability, and situational awareness ...

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Technical Specialist - Functional Safety Engineer

Technical Specialist - Functional Safety Engineer

Maxonic, Inc.

Southfield, MI

$93/hr

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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Technical Specialist – Functional Safety Engineer

Location: Southfield, MI
Job Type: Contract
Pay rate: $93/hr on W2

Role Overview

We are seeking a Technical Specialist – Functional Safety Engineer with deep expertise in automotive safety systems and strong hands-on experience with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448). This role will be responsible for leading functional safety activities across system, hardware, and software domains for next-generation vehicle platforms including ADAS and electrification.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end functional safety lifecycle activities in compliance with ISO 26262
  • Perform and own:
    • HARA (Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment)
    • ASIL classification and decomposition
    • Functional Safety Concept (FSC)
    • Technical Safety Requirements (TSR)
  • Define and validate system safety architecture and ensure alignment with safety goals
  • Conduct and review:
    • FMEDA, FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
    • Dependent Failure Analysis (DFA)
    • Safety metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF)
  • Lead SOTIF (ISO 21448) analysis for ADAS and autonomous systems
  • Develop and review safety cases and safety work products
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, hardware, software, validation) to ensure safety compliance
  • Support safety validation (SIL, HIL, MIL) and verification activities
  • Interface with suppliers and OEM stakeholders for safety requirements alignment and audits
  • Support functional safety assessments, audits, and reviews (internal/external)
  • Drive improvements in functional safety processes, tools, and methodologies
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or Mechatronics Engineering
  • 8+ years of experience in automotive functional safety engineering
  • Strong hands-on expertise in:
    • ISO 26262 lifecycle (Part 3–9)
    • HARA, FSC, TSC, TSR
    • FMEDA, FTA, DFA
    • Safety metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF)
  • Experience working on ADAS, braking systems, EV/Powertrain, or autonomous features
  • Hands-on experience with tools such as:
    • Medini Analyze
    • APIS IQ
    • IBM DOORS / Rhapsody
    • MATLAB/Simulink
  • Familiarity with:
    • AUTOSAR
    • Embedded systems (C/C++)
  • Strong understanding of ASPICE and Agile methodologies
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certification in ISO 26262 (TÜV or equivalent)
  • Experience with SOTIF (ISO 21448)
  • Exposure to cybersecurity standards (ISO 21434)
  • Experience in model-based development and code generation tools (TargetLink, Simulink)
  • Prior experience working with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers
  • Leadership experience or ability to mentor junior engineers
Key Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ownership mindset with ability to drive safety initiatives
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on safety-critical systems
Assessment Process
  • 1–2 rounds of technical interviews
  • Focus areas:
    • ISO 26262 lifecycle & implementation
    • HARA and safety concept development
    • Safety metrics and analysis
    • Real-world safety case discussions
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Proven track record of delivering ASIL-compliant safety solutions
  • Strong hands-on experience rather than only process-level exposure
  • Experience working on production automotive programs
  • Passion for building safe and reliable mobility systems
About Maxonic

Since 2002, Maxonic has been connecting top talent with industry-leading companies. Our recruiting team specializes in technology placements and is dedicated to finding long-term career opportunities that align with candidates’ goals. We take pride in placing over 10,000 candidates and building lasting client relationships.

I look forward to hearing from you.
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Subrajeet Paul at  or for more details.
 

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