Functional safety engineer

Position Overview

The Functional Safety Engineer will ensure that all manufacturing and automation equipment complies with company's safety standards and international functional safety requirements. This position will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and vendors throughout the equipment design and commissioning lifecycle to identify risks, develop safety standards, and drive continuous improvement in machinery safety.

Key Responsibilities

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  Perform risk assessments in accordance with ISO 12100

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  Partner with engineering, operations, and equipment vendors on equipment design, validation, and commissioning.

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  Develop and improve equipment safety standards, documentation, and compliance records.

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  Conduct equipment safety buyoffs with cross-functional teams.

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  Identify and implement corrective actions for continuous safety improvement.

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  Create and deliver training on machinery and equipment safety practices.

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  Support EHS teams in audits, investigations, inspections, and learning team activities.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

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  3–5 years of experience in a Functional Safety or Equipment Safety engineering role.

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  Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, automation, and control system design.

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  Strong knowledge of ANSI, UL, NFPA, and ISO standards.

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  Ability to interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic safety circuits and evaluate performance levels.

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  In-depth understanding of electrical circuit design per NEC, UL 508A, and NFPA 79.

Preferred Qualifications

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  Certified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP/CFSE) or Certified Machine Safety Expert (CMSE).

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  Experience in battery or EV manufacturing environments.

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  Working knowledge of hazardous area classifications, occupancy classification, and hazardous material inventories.