Machine Safety Engineering Specialist
Core
Ensuring functional safety and compliance of machinery and automated systems through risk assessment and safety control system design.
Role type
Machine Safety Engineering Specialist
Builds
Safety-related control systems and safety functions for manufacturing equipment and automated systems
Domain
Industrial automation and machinery safety
Required skills
Risk assessment methodologies, Safety system design, Safety standards compliance (ISO 12100, ISO 13849, IEC 62061), Safety PLCs, Sensors, Actuators, Diagnostic systems, Functional safety analysis, Safety architecture development, Performance level (PL) and Safety integrity level (SIL) determination
Preferred skills
ANSI B11, NFPA, OSHA 1910, RIA familiarity, Safety system validation, Safety documentation, TÜV Functional Safety Engineer certification
Technologies
Safety PLCs, Sensors, Actuators, Diagnostic systems
Responsibilities
Lead machine safety risk assessments and hazard analyses, Design and validate safety-related control systems, Develop Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), Perform verification and validation of safety systems, Develop and execute machine safety remediation plans, Partner with EHS and operations teams, Prepare and maintain technical documentation
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (6+ years experience)