Lead Functional Safety Engineer

Overview

We are an Australian technology company creating the future of mobility with software-defined driverless transport. To build this new future and respond to growing demand, we are looking to employ fresh thinking and technical minds to join our dynamic team, where we will continue to innovate and thrive together.

Applied EV develops safety-rated, autonomous-ready digital control systems (Digital Backbone) and modular vehicle platforms (Blanc Robot) for global commercial applications. We are developing the next generation of mobility, where vehicles run entirely on software and are programmable, improving efficiency & sustainability.

Applied EV creates an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone passionate about technology, automotive and innovation to explore our open positions and join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Lead Functional Safety Engineer will lead and execute the functional safety activities for our company's products and systems to ensure our products meet the required safety standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute the functional safety lifecycle activities, including hazard analysis, risk assessment, safety requirements specification, design, implementation, verification, and validation.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, hardware, software, V&V and quality assurance, to ensure safety requirements are appropriately implemented and validated.

• Conduct safety analyses, such as FMEA, FTA, HAZOP, DFA and FMEDA, to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.

• Develop and implement functional safety strategies and plans following industry standards such as ISO 26262 and IEC 61508.

• Develop and maintain functional safety documentation, including safety plans, Safety case reports, and manuals.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to functional safety engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.

• Stay current with the latest functional safety standards, regulations, and industry trends, and ensure our processes and practices remain compliant.

• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and certification bodies to ensure that our products meet their safety requirements and expectations.

• Participate in safety audits and assessments and drive corrective actions to address any identified gaps or non-conformances.

• Define and improve safety processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our functional safety activities and ensure continuous improvement.

• Support the functional safety manager in carrying out the Confirmation Measures per ISO 26262 (Confirmation Reviews, Safety Audit, and Safety Assessment)

• Be flexible to travel overseas on occasion.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in functional safety engineering
• At least five years of experience in safety-critical automotive systems
• Strong knowledge of functional safety standards, such as ISO 26262, IEC 61508.
• Proven experience conducting safety analyses, such as FMEA, FTA, HAZOP, DFA and FMEDA.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
• Experience with requirement tools - Polarion or DOORs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• The ability to adapt to changing schedules.
• The capability to work independently in an organised and structured fashion
• Certification in functional safety, such as Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) or Certified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP), is a plus.

Note : This role is 100% in office in our state-of-the art offices in Scoresby. Candidates must have exisiting full working rights for Australia.

Benefits

• The opportunity to have ownership over your responsibilities.
• Satisfaction in being at the forefront of creating the future of a new and growing class of autonomous electric vehicles.
• Work alongside a friendly and passionate team on cutting edge technology.
• Mentorship by senior engineers from a variety of backgrounds and expertise.
• Enjoy kitchen facilities, including an on-site barista, with free snacks, drinks, lunch, fresh fruit and tea/coffee provided daily.