Function Safety (FUSA) Engineering

About the jobKey ResponsibilitiesFunctional Safety Architecture
Define, develop, and maintain functional safety concepts and architectures across system, hardware, software, and control domains.
Translate safety goals into technical safety requirements and ensure their allocation across all relevant subsystems.
Support system architecture decisions to ensure compliance with functional safety objectives throughout the product lifecycle.
Safety Analysis &
Risk ManagementLead hazard identification and risk assessment activities, including:
Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA)
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA/FMEDA)
Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
Develop and maintain critical safety work products, including:
Safety Plans
Functional and Technical Safety Concepts
Safety Requirements Specifications
Safety Cases
Verification and Validation Reports
Ensure traceability between hazards, safety requirements, implementation, and verification activities.
Compliance &
CertificationEnsure compliance with applicable functional safety and machinery safety standards, including:
IEC 61508
IEC 62061
ISO 13849
ISO 10218
Relevant Machinery Regulations and Directives
Support internal audits, external assessments, certification activities, and interactions with regulatory and notified bodies.
Provide safety evidence and documentation required for product certifications.
Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with System Engineering, Embedded Software, Hardware, Controls, and Verification teams to define and validate safety-critical functions.
Facilitate safety reviews and technical discussions across multidisciplinary development teams.
Provide guidance and mentorship on functional safety best practices throughout the organization.
Continuous Improvement &
InnovationContribute to the development and enhancement of functional safety processes, methodologies, and engineering guidelines.
Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI-based perception systems, autonomous navigation, and advanced human-robot interaction from a functional safety perspective.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen organizational safety capability and maturity.
Qualifications &
ExperienceMaster's degree in Robotics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field
TÜV Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) certification is a plus.
5+ years of experience in Functional Safety Engineering within robotics, industrial automation, automotive, or other safety-critical industries.
Strong knowledge of IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849, and ISO 10218; familiarity with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO/PAS 21448)
Hands-on experience with safety lifecycle execution, safety analysis (HARA, FMEA/FMEDA, FTA), safety requirements engineering, and compliance activities.
Experience using safety and requirements management tools such as DOORS, Polarion, or Codebeamer.
Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
What Success Looks LikeFunctional safety requirements are effectively integrated into system development and architecture.
Products achieve regulatory compliance and certification with minimal rework.
Safety requirements are traceable, verified, and consistently implemented across disciplines.
Safety best practices are embedded throughout the product lifecycle and continuously improved to support emerging robotic technologies.