Functional Safety Engineer (Robotics & AI)

HCLTech; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

10 days of paid time off

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer (Robotics & AI) in Mountain View, CA. The role requires 5+ years of experience in Functional Safety, expertise in ISO 26262, and knowledge in robotics hardware and AI systems. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, analyzing system performances, and collaborating on dynamic robotic projects. This position offers a competitive salary range of $63,000 to $83,000 per year along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Functional Safety (Automotive, Robotics, or Aerospace) with a strong portfolio.
• Comfortable calculating Performance Levels and assessing machinery risks.
• Experience with dynamic robots and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical risk assessments.
• Analyze systems for hazards from performance limitations.
• Collaborate with AI and robotics systems.

Skills

Functional Safety

ISO 26262 knowledge

Robotics hardware experience

AI systems understanding

Proficiency in safety management software

Battery Management Systems (BMS)

Education

Certified Functional Safety Engineer (TÜV Rheinland or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self-motivated Functional Safety Engineer (Robotics & AI) to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Details

• Job Title: Functional Safety Engineer (Robotics & AI)
• Job ID: 50817
• Position Type: Full-time
• Location: Mountain View, CA (Onsite)

Responsibilities

• 5+ years in Functional Safety (Automotive, Robotics, or Aerospace) with a strong portfolio of technical risk assessments.
• ISO 26262: Strong practical experience and comfortable calculating Performance Levels and assessing machinery risks.
• Experience analyzing systems where hazards arise from performance limitations rather than just hardware failures.
• Experience with robotics hardware (mobile robots, manipulators, or legged systems). Understanding the physics of balance and dynamic motion is essential.
• Familiarity with AI systems (neural networks, computer vision). You do not need to be an AI developer, but you must understand how these models function and fail.
• Proficiency in safety management software and PL calculation tools, etc.
• Experience working with highly dynamic robots (e.g., legged locomotion, fast-paced manipulators) and fast-paced environments.
• Background in Battery Management Systems (BMS).
• Experience with UL 4600 (Evaluation of Autonomous Products), STPA/STAMP process knowledge and experience.
• Certified Functional Safety Engineer (TÜV Rheinland or equivalent).

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $63,000 per year
• Pay Range Maximum: $83,000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.