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TalTeam

Functional Safety Engineer

Greensboro, NC · On-site

Functional Safety Engineer Location: Liberty, NC Duration: 12 Months+ THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE MONDAYE FRIDAY. This role will involve the candidate to review our Safety PLC and electrical schematics to ...

Symbotic

Senior Embedded Engineer, Safety

Andover, MA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

TÜV Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) certification. * Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and automation. * Experience integrating vendor SDKs or working with binary communication ...

Symbotic

Senior Embedded Engineer, Safety

Andover, MA · Hybrid

$125K - $164K/yr

TUV Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) certification. * Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and automation. * Experience integrating vendor SDKs or working with binary communication ...

Symbotic

Senior Embedded Engineer, Safety

Andover, MA · On-site

$125K - $164K/yr

TÜV Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) certification. * Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and automation. * Experience integrating vendor SDKs or working with binary communication ...

Socket.dev

Functional Safety Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

Description The Functional Safety Engineer will be responsible for the successful development and implementation of safety related systems and processes for our customers. The engineer will apply ...

Clarios, LLC

What you will do The Electronics Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) is a design and development role ... TUV FuSa Certified Automotive Engineer * Experience with automotive product development and ...

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How much do tuv functional safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for tuv functional safety engineer in the United States is $111,396.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $129,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a TUV Functional Safety Engineer?

A TUV Functional Safety Engineer is a professional certified by TÜV (Technischer Überwachungsverein), a recognized German organization, to assess and ensure the functional safety of systems and processes, particularly in industries like automotive, manufacturing, and industrial automation. Their role involves analyzing risks, defining safety requirements, and ensuring compliance with international safety standards such as IEC 61508 or ISO 26262. They help companies design, implement, and maintain systems that minimize the risk of hazardous failures, thereby protecting people, equipment, and the environment. This certification demonstrates expertise in functional safety concepts and practices.

How does a TUV Functional Safety Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during safety lifecycle projects?

A TUV Functional Safety Engineer works closely with design, hardware, software, and quality assurance teams throughout the safety lifecycle of a product. They facilitate safety analyses, participate in risk assessments, and ensure that all team members follow applicable functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 or ISO 26262. Regular meetings, document reviews, and training sessions are common collaborative activities. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that safety requirements are integrated from concept to final validation, fostering a culture of safety and compliance across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a TUV Functional Safety Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a TUV Functional Safety Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering (electrical, electronics, or related fields), knowledge of functional safety standards like IEC 61508/ISO 26262, and often a TUV certification. Familiarity with safety analysis tools (e.g., FMEA, FMEDA, Fault Tree Analysis) and safety lifecycle management systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you interpret complex standards and collaborate across teams. These competencies are crucial to ensure the development of safe, compliant systems and to mitigate risks in safety-critical industries.

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Infographic showing various Tuv Functional Safety Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,396 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

PLC Engineer - Industrial Automation Safety Specialist

Greensboro, NC • On-site

CrossSafety Solutions Inc.
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$80K - $107K/yr

Temporary

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

PLC Engineer - Industrial Automation Functional Safety Specialist
Location: Liberty, North Carolina
About CrossSafety
CrossSafety supports leading automotive manufacturing programs across North America with expert technical talent. Our Functional Safety Specialists work at the intersection of standards compliance, safety controls, and production engineering-auditing, validating, and improving Safety Control Systems (SCS) that protect people, equipment, and operations.
About the Role
You will drive functional safety compliance and validation for complex production equipment and lines (e.g., body, paint, battery/pack, assembly). The role includes auditing SCS designs, closing non-conformities, verifying control categories/performance levels, and guiding cross-functional teams and 3rd-party consultants to meet schedule, quality, and safety targets.
This position is ideal for senior safety/controls professionals with deep knowledge of ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11, and Safety PLC programming in high-volume automotive environments.
Key Responsibilities
Standards & Compliance
  • Audit Safety Control Systems (SCS) for compliance with ISO 13849-1 and ANSI B11
  • Identify/document non-conformities; design and verify countermeasures to achieve target control category and PL (performance level)
  • Audit SCS design changes to ensure correlation with intended design and hazard analysis

Controls & Programming
  • Read, interpret, modify, and configure Safety PLC logic
  • Support PLC/SPLC communication protocols and system integration across cells/zones
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting during trials, startup, and production support

Project Leadership
  • Build area-level project plans with deliverables, milestones, risks, and KPIs
  • Manage 3rd-party safety consultants by milestones, concerns, and KPI performance
  • Lead cross-functional communication to ensure timely issue resolution and clear status reporting

Documentation & Coaching
  • Produce clear written/verbal updates for engineering and leadership stakeholders
  • Mentor the Control Reliability team and coach plant personnel on functional safety best practices

Required Qualifications
  • Functional Safety certification (e.g., TÜV Functional Safety Engineer or equivalent) - include credentials on resume
  • 5+ years of functional safety engineering experience in industrial/automation environments
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline (engineering or controls/industrial technology)
  • In-depth knowledge of ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11, and relevant machine safety standards
  • Safety PLC experience: ability to read, interpret, modify, and configure logic
  • Experience with PLC/SPLC communications and system integration
  • Advanced problem-solving with proven countermeasure implementation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Availability to support weekends, off-shifts, holidays, and planned shutdowns (e.g., July/December)
  • Ability to travel up to 30% (domestic/international) based on project timing
  • Physical capability to navigate large facilities (standing, walking, stairs, bending, kneeling) and safely lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with risk assessment tools, FMEA/FMEDA
  • Proficiency with one or more Safety PLC platforms, such as:
    • Allen-Bradley GuardLogix
    • Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7 Safety)
    • Omron Sysmac (Safety)
    • Toyopuc - PCWin Safe
    • Keyence - GC Configurator
  • Automotive manufacturing background (body, paint, assembly, battery/pack)
  • Experience leading multi-site or regional compliance initiatives

Work Environment & PPE
  • High-volume automotive manufacturing environment
  • Required PPE: steel-toe shoes and safety glasses; additional PPE (hard hat, vest, gloves, paint suit, etc.) provided per site policy

Why Join CrossSafety
  • Shape the safety performance of cutting-edge automotive manufacturing systems
  • High visibility and impact across cross-functional engineering teams
  • Opportunities for continued professional growth in functional safety and controls
  • Join a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on protecting people and enabling production

Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossSafety is committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace. Accommodations are available upon request. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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