Remote Functional Safety Lead – Automotive & Systems

TUV SUD America; Auburn Hills (MI); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

International teams

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Employee safety & well-being

Cutting-edge technology

Job summary

TUV SUD America, Inc. seeks a senior safety engineer to lead functional safety activities for automotive, rail, or machinery systems. You will assess conformity, develop safety case documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety-critical projects.

Remote-friendly role with up to 20% travel nationally; the position emphasizes ISO 26262/61508/13849 experience, technical leadership, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in functional safety with Automotive, Rail, Machinery, or similar systems.
• Experience in design and development of safety-critical systems (ISO 26262, ISO 61508, ISO 13849).
• Strong technical leadership and ability to work in collaborative environments.
• Excellent communication and basic project management skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Flexibility to travel and work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, assess, and test products for conformity with international and national regulations.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation to appropriate standards.
• Support sales and marketing with technical expertise including customer presentations.
• Generate test procedures and communicate with safety agencies regarding product design.
• Provide technical support during safety test programs and site inspections.
• Stay updated on safety requirements, procedures, and technologies through training and seminars.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and work within ISO 17025 Quality System.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Project management basics

Interpreting engineering drawings

Collaborative work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

TUV SUD America, Inc. seeks a senior safety engineer to lead functional safety activities for automotive, rail, or machinery systems. You will assess conformity, develop safety case documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety-critical projects.

Remote-friendly role with up to 20% travel nationally; the position emphasizes ISO 26262/61508/13849 experience, technical leadership, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.