Senior Functional Safety Engineer - Remote

TUV SUD America; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

International teams

Professional development

Inclusive work culture

Employee well-being

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

TUV SUD America is seeking a seasoned professional to lead and influence safety-critical systems across automotive, rail, and machinery projects. The role emphasizes strong engineering discipline, collaboration, and international teamwork, with a transparent path for professional growth.

The position offers a fully remote model with 20% travel nationally, a competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), parental leave, health plans, and generous PTO.

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

Functional safety

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Project management basics

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE/EE

Job description

TUV SUD America is seeking a seasoned professional to lead and influence safety-critical systems across automotive, rail, and machinery projects. The role emphasizes strong engineering discipline, collaboration, and international teamwork, with a transparent path for professional growth.

The position offers a fully remote model with 20% travel nationally, a competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), parental leave, health plans, and generous PTO.