Automotive Functional Safety Specialist
Location
Bologna | Italy
Job description
Are you passionate about shaping the future of automotive safety? We a seeking an enthusiastic Automotive Functional Safety Specialist to join our performing team and play a key role in ensuring integrity and reliability of electric drive powertrain, as well as ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
Tasks
- Conduct safety analyses, including Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Develop and implement functional safety concepts in compliance with ISO 26262 standards for automotive systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate functional safety requirements into the design and development processes of automotive products
- Define and manage safety goals and requirements throughout the product lifecycle
- Support the creation and maintenance of safety-related documentation, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements
- Interface with external certification authorities and actively participate in safety assessments
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of safety plans and safety cases
- Provide guidance to engineering teams on safety-related matters and conduct training sessions as needed
- Stay informed about industry trends, tools and updates related to automotive functional safety, implementing best practices
Requirements
- Master's degree in Mechatronic, Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong interest in Functional Safety Engineering in the automotive industry
- Knowledge of ISO 26262, ISO/PAS 21448 (SOTIF) and practical application
- Understanding of safety analysis techniques such as HAZOP, FTA, and FMEA
- Knowledge of integrating safety requirements into the development life cycle
- Strong interest in automotive technologies, including embedded systems, communication protocols, and software architecture
- Experience in generating safety-related documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (is a plus)
- Familiarity with certification processes and effective engagement with safety assessors
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in teams
- Capability to provide guidance and training on safety-related topics
- Commitment to continuous improvement, staying current with industry advancements, and enhancing safety practices
- Fluent English, German is a plus
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