Functional Safety SME

Role Overview: We are seeking Safety Technical SME with strong expertise in ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448). The role expects technical hands‑on experience, activities and ownership of functional and intended safety activities for chassis systems, including ADAS–chassis interactions, acting as the key safety authority interface between engineering teams, suppliers, OEM customers, and certification bodies. Suspension & Vehicle Dynamics (ABS, ESC, TCS) ADAS–Chassis interactions (AEB, ACC, LKA, stability and motion control handover) Chassis Domain Controllers, Sensors, and Actuators Key Responsibilities (ISO 26262 V-Cycle & SOTIF): Own and drive functional safety lifecycle for chassis systems from concept through production and operation Develop and Lead Item Definition, HARA, Safety Goals, and ASIL classification Develop and review Functional and Technical Safety Concepts (FSC/TSC) Define, allocate, and manage FSRs, TSRs, HW and SW safety requirements Lead and review safety analyses: System FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, and interface-related risks Define safe states, fault reactions, and degradation strategies for chassis and ADAS handover scenarios Apply SOTIF (ISO 21448) to address unknown or insufficiently understood risks and performance limitations Support safety verification and validation (MIL/SIL/HIL, fault injection) Own and contribute to Safety Case and SOTIF Case development Perform safety impact analysis for design changes, calibration updates, and field issues Homologation & Certification Support: Preparation and documentation for third‑party functional safety assessments and homologation processes Coordinate with assessment bodies for ISO 26262 safety case reviews and formal approvals Provide guidance and support to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer‑specific safety requirements Cross‑Functional Coordination & PLM Integration: Act as the primary safety interface for system, hardware, software, ADAS, validation, and vehicle integration teams Coordinate chassis and ADAS safety activities with global teams across regions Ensure end‑to‑end traceability of safety and SOTIF work products using ALM tools (Polarion, DOORS, Codebeamer) Integrate functional safety and SOTIF processes within the PLM environment for full lifecycle management Track, mandate, resolve safety and SOTIF‑related risks Tools & Standards:

ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ASPICE

Medini Analyze or equivalent safety analysis tools MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE, CANoe Required Profile: Engineering degree with strong automotive systems background 8+ years’ experience in functional safety and chassis systems Experience with ADAS–chassis integration and safety interfaces Experience working with OEMs, suppliers, and assessment bodies #J-18808-Ljbffr Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group