ADAS Functional Safety Analyst / Engineer

Knightec Group; São Bernardo do Campo; On-site; BRL 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Knightec Group Brazil is seeking a Functional Safety Analyst/Engineer to join the ADAS team, focusing on vehicle dynamics safety functions and compliance with functional safety standards.

The role involves contributing to the development and validation of safety-related functions, performing SFMEA and safety analyses, and maintaining safety documentation with SystemWeaver. 1.5–2 years of relevant experience is expected, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Approximately 1.5–2 years of experience in Functional Safety or automotive engineering.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 concepts and safety analyses.
• Experience with SFMEA and safety-related test cases.
• Familiarity with SystemWeaver is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Functional Safety activities for ASIL L1 and L3 safety functions related to vehicle dynamics.
• Perform SFMEA and safety analyses.
• Develop and review failure-related test cases.
• Define and manage safety concepts and requirements.
• Support analysis of safety mechanisms and system failures.
• Manage safety documentation using SystemWeaver.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including system architects and product owners.

Skills

Functional Safety

SFMEA

Safety analyses

SystemWeaver

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

SystemWeaver

Job description

Knightec and Semcon have joined forces to create Knightec Group – the leading consultancy firm in product development and digital services. With a unique combination of cross-functional expertise and a holistic business understanding, we support clients throughout the entire development lifecycle.

The Knightec Group consists of 2,400 skilled professionals dedicated to driving positive change for the businesses of tomorrow. Through strategic client partnerships, we develop innovative and sustainable solutions that make a real impact, using technology as a key enabler.

Together, we empower people, businesses, and society.

We have been awarded the GPTW certification for the fifth consecutive year, an important recognition for companies that invest in enhancing the workplace environment. This seal signals that Knightec Group Brazil provides a healthy, positive work culture where employees feel valued and motivated.

Bring your perspective and join a team committed to innovating and transforming opportunities into growth for everyone.

Vehicle Dynamics | Functional Safety

We are looking for a Functional Safety Analyst / Engineer to join our ADAS team, working on customer-end safety functions related to vehicle dynamics.

In this role, you will contribute to the development and validation of safety-related functions, ensuring compliance with functional safety requirements and supporting safety analyses throughout the development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Functional Safety activities for ASIL L1 and L3 safety functions related to vehicle dynamics.

• Perform SFMEA (System Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and safety analyses.

• Develop and review failure-related test cases.

• Define and manage safety concepts and functional safety requirements.

• Support the analysis of safety mechanisms and system failures.

• Manage and maintain safety-related documentation and requirements using SystemWeaver.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system architects, product owners, and other safety engineers.

Requirements

• Approximately 1.5–2 years of experience in Functional Safety, automotive systems, or a related engineering field.

• Knowledge of functional safety concepts and safety analysis methodologies.

• ISO 26262 Complicance

• Experience with SFMEA, failure analysis, and safety-related test cases.

• Familiarity with safety concepts and requirements development.

• Experience with SystemWeaver is a plus.

• Background in automotive engineering, ADAS, or vehicle dynamics is preferred.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.