About - We are seeking a highly skilled Functional Safety Engineer to ensure the safety and reliability of our autonomous robotic systems for vehicle control.

- The role involves assessing safety risks, defining requirements, and implementing measures throughout the product development lifecycle.
- The Functional Safety Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety into the design, development, verification, and validation of our technologies, adhering to industry standards and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Promote a culture of safety and compliance throughout the organization by fostering an environment where safety is prioritized and integrated into daily operations.

- Develop and implement functional safety concepts and requirements for autonomous vehicle control systems.
- Conduct safety analysis, including Hazard and Risk Assessment (HARA), Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to ensure safety requirements are integrated into the design and development process.
- Review safety verification and validation activities, including safety testing and simulation.
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508) and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and maintain safety documentation, including safety plans, safety cases, and safety reports.
- Participate in safety audits and assessments, both internal and external.
- Provide technical guidance and support to project teams on functional safety matters.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in functional safety and autonomous vehicle technologies. ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB SKILLS Education:




- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Science, or a related field. Master's preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE), Certified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP), Automotive Functional Safety Professional (AFSP), Functional Safety Engineer or similar credentials are highly preferred Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in functional safety engineering, preferably in industries such as robotics, automotive, heavy machinery, or agricultural equipment.
- Proven track record of working on safety-critical systems and projects.
- Specific experience with standards like UL 4600, ISO 26262, ISO 13849, ISO 25119, IEC 61508, or other industry specific safety standards and machinery directives.

Skills

- In-depth understanding of functional safety standards and regulations that lead to safety certified products.
- Strong skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with functional safety like HARA, STPA, FMEA, and FTA.
- Expertise in designing and analyzing safety-critical systems. Knowledge of safety lifecycle processes and safety integrity levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex safety and compliance issues.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all safety and compliance requirements are met.
- Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain safety records and compliance reports.
- Analytical skills to evaluate safety data, conduct risk assessments, and identify areas for improvement.
- Proven leadership skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong presentation skills with ability to summarize reports and analysis for leadership, customer, and regulatory authority reviews.

📌 Functional Safety Engineer (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Pyramid Consulting
📍 Ciudad de México