Sr. Functional Safety Engineer : 26-02667

Akraya, Inc.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Functional Safety Lead to drive automotive system safety strategies, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 and related standards.

You will define system safety requirements, review critical safety documentation, and partner with cross-functional teams to weave safety into the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings deep automotive functional safety expertise, experience with hazard analysis, SOTIF, and safety concepts for hardware and software, and a proven

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of ISO 26262 standards.
• Experience with SOTIF analysis.
• Strong requirements management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine functional safety system requirements.
• Conduct and review hazard analysis and risk assessments.
• Define and approve safety concepts for hardware and software.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure safety is integrated into architecture.
• Lead the development of functional safety processes and tools.

Skills

ISO 26262

SOTIF analysis

Hazard Analysis

Vehicle Safety Concept

Functional Safety Tools

Job description

Primary Skills

• ISO 26262 (Advanced)
• SOTIF analysis (Advanced)
• Hazard Analysis (Advanced)
• Vehicle Safety Concept (Advanced)
• Functional Safety Tools (Advanced)
• Contract Type: W2
• Contract Duration: 12 Months
• Location: Southfield MI (Onsite)
• Pay Range: $80.00 - $90.00

Job Summary: This role requires a seasoned professional to lead the development and implementation of functional safety strategies for automotive systems, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards. You will be instrumental in defining system safety requirements, reviewing critical safety documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate safety throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of safety standards and a proven ability to drive safety excellence in a dynamic engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine functional safety system requirements.
• Conduct and review hazard analysis and risk assessments.
• Define and approve safety concepts for hardware and software.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure safety is integrated into architecture.
• Lead the development of functional safety processes and tools.

Must-Have Skills

• Extensive knowledge of ISO 26262 standards.
• Experience with SOTIF analysis.
• Strong requirements management skills.

Domain / Industry Experience: Experience in functional safety engineering within the automotive industry, specifically with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers, is essential for this role.