Position : Functional Safety Lead

Sector : Electronics & Connected Car Systems

Location : Gaydon / Whitley

Position Type: Contract

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Contechs are currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon. They are looking for Function Safety Lead to join their expanding team on a Contract basis.

Job Description

As a Functional Safety Lead your main responsibilities are:

• Functional Safety Lead Software Verification Engineer Control Systems Functional Safety Test Lead Engineer / Powertrain.
• This role is responsible for the strategic lead, definition and execution of testing Tools and Methods for harmonised Functional Safety control systems solutions, consisting of multiple interconnected components applied to the Clients' vehicles for Powertrain

Qualifications / Skills required

• Good relevant experience of working in a Systems Engineering environment - ideally within the Automotive Sector but the role may suit someone with experience in other transportation or safety industries
• Strong system engineering and system analysis skills
• Relevant experience of integrated system testing
• Experience in ISO 26262, functional safety
• Working knowledge in safety analysis (HARA, FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, DFA)
• Risk Management knowledge
• Relevant experience of integrated system testing

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production. Founded in 1997, Contechs has since established itself as a leading automotive recruitment specialist, recruiting across all disciplines in the product development process.

Its dedicated Contractor Care Team plays a pivotal role in providing an effective and successful placement for external employees, supporting them throughout their contract, from pre-placement to contract renewal.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, submit your application and any questions to

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IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES)

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*