Functional Safety Engineer
Workplace: Göteborg, Sweden
Expires: July 19, 2025
Techster Solutions is in an exciting growth phase and is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience to strengthen their team. The role offers a varied working environment where you can apply and grow your skills. As a knowledge-driven company, sharing expertise and fostering colleague development is valued.
Main requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in functional safety engineering, preferably in the automotive industry
  • Strong understanding of ISO 26262 with emphasis on ASIL D
  • Proven experience in functional safety analyses including FMEA and FTA
  • Strong knowledge of automotive electronics, embedded systems, and safety-critical systems
  • Experience with safety verification and validation techniques
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Certified Functional Safety Engineer (ISO 26262) or similar certification preferred
  • Project management experience in functional safety projects is a plus
Responsibilities:
  • Lead functional safety activities adhering to ISO 26262 ASIL D for Zone Controller products
  • Define and develop functional safety concepts and technical safety requirements through development lifecycle
  • Perform hazard analysis, risk assessment, and fault-tree analysis
  • Create safety plans, verification and validation strategies to ensure compliance
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams for safety mechanisms integration
  • Conduct safety audits, reviews, and assessments to validate safety integrity
  • Lead failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault-tree analysis (FTA)
  • Ensure traceability of safety requirements from concept to production
  • Prepare and present safety documentation to stakeholders and regulatory bodies
  • Serve as primary contact for functional safety-related issues with stakeholders and suppliers
  • Stay updated on automotive safety trends and emerging standards
  • Provide training and guidance on functional safety best practices
Required hard skills:
  • Functional safety engineering experience (5+ years)
  • Knowledge of ISO 26262 ASIL D
  • Functional safety analysis methods (FMEA, FTA)
  • Automotive electronics and embedded systems expertise
  • Safety verification and validation techniques
  • Certification in Functional Safety Engineer (ISO 26262)
Recommended hard skills:
  • Project management experience in functional safety projects
Soft skills:
  • Structured and detail-oriented
  • Analytical mindset
  • Proactive information seeking and curiosity
  • Team player with interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships and gain trust
  • High-quality delivery orientation
  • Openness to learning new tools and methods
Natural languages:
  • English (Proficient)
Cultural skills:
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Collaboration
  • Continuous learning
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Diversity and inclusion