Remote Functional Safety Leader - Automotive & ISO 26262 Expert

TUV SUD America; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

International teams

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Well-being & safety

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

TUV SUD America, Inc. is seeking a senior Functional Safety Engineer to lead design, development, and testing of safety-critical systems across automotive, rail and machinery sectors.

You will work remotely with global teams, generate technical reports, and support customers with expert safety insights. Ideal candidates hold a related degree with 6+ years of functional safety experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication.

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

Project management

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. is seeking a senior Functional Safety Engineer to lead design, development, and testing of safety-critical systems across automotive, rail and machinery sectors.

You will work remotely with global teams, generate technical reports, and support customers with expert safety insights. Ideal candidates hold a related degree with 6+ years of functional safety experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication.