Russell Tobin
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Base pay range $90.00/hr - $101.43/hr
Job Details Job title:
Functional Safety Specialist
Location:
Liberty, North Carolina, 27298
Duration:
12+ Months with possible extension as per client business needs
Client:
Automotive
Pay range:
$90–$101.43/hour on W2
Work Schedule:
Onsite
Job Description Production Engineering Battery Department is seeking a highly experienced Functional Safety Specialist to support a critical safety compliance and validation group. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in industrial safety engineering, with deep expertise in functional safety standards, circuit validation, and regulatory compliance.
This role requires strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, regional‑level coordination, and effective prioritization to meet project schedules.
What you’ll be doing
Develop detailed area project plans and schedules.
Audit Safety Control Systems (SCS) for compliance to ISO 13849 and ANSI B11.
Identify and document non‑conformities within SCS designs.
Design and verify countermeasures to achieve target control category and performance levels.
Develop schedules with deliverables, milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators.
Manage a 3rd Party consultant group by milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators.
Lead cross‑functional communication and collaboration to ensure issue resolution.
Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and stakeholders.
Audit SCS design modifications to ensure correlation with intended design.
Support the Control Reliability team through mentorship and technical coaching.
Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and implementation as needed.
Demonstrate a positive, team‑oriented attitude and contribute to cross‑functional success.
Requirements
Functional Safety Certification, such as TÜV Functional Safety Engineer or equivalent.
Certification credentials included with resume.
5+ years of experience in functional safety engineering within industrial or automation sectors and Technical Associate's Degree or higher in a related discipline.
In‑depth knowledge of ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11, and other relevant standards.
Demonstrated technical problem‑solving and countermeasure implementation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Safety PLC programming experience, including the ability to read, interpret, modify, and configure logic.
Experience with PLC/SPLC communication protocols and system integration.
Availability to support weekends, off‑shifts, and holidays as required.
Ability to work during scheduled shutdowns (July and December).
Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international).
Capability to navigate large industrial facilities: standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and kneeling as needed.
Ability to safely lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
Added bonus if you have (Preferred)
Experience with risk assessment tools.
FMEA/FMEDA methodologies.
Proficiency with one or more Safety PLC platforms, including:
Omron – Sysmac (Safety)
Toyopuc – PCWin Safe
Benefits Info Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
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Base pay range $90.00/hr - $101.43/hr
Job Details Job title:
Functional Safety Specialist
Location:
Liberty, North Carolina, 27298
Duration:
12+ Months with possible extension as per client business needs
Client:
Automotive
Pay range:
$90–$101.43/hour on W2
Work Schedule:
Onsite
Job Description Production Engineering Battery Department is seeking a highly experienced Functional Safety Specialist to support a critical safety compliance and validation group. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in industrial safety engineering, with deep expertise in functional safety standards, circuit validation, and regulatory compliance.
This role requires strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, regional‑level coordination, and effective prioritization to meet project schedules.
What you’ll be doing
Develop detailed area project plans and schedules.
Audit Safety Control Systems (SCS) for compliance to ISO 13849 and ANSI B11.
Identify and document non‑conformities within SCS designs.
Design and verify countermeasures to achieve target control category and performance levels.
Develop schedules with deliverables, milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators.
Manage a 3rd Party consultant group by milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators.
Lead cross‑functional communication and collaboration to ensure issue resolution.
Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and stakeholders.
Audit SCS design modifications to ensure correlation with intended design.
Support the Control Reliability team through mentorship and technical coaching.
Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and implementation as needed.
Demonstrate a positive, team‑oriented attitude and contribute to cross‑functional success.
Requirements
Functional Safety Certification, such as TÜV Functional Safety Engineer or equivalent.
Certification credentials included with resume.
5+ years of experience in functional safety engineering within industrial or automation sectors and Technical Associate's Degree or higher in a related discipline.
In‑depth knowledge of ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11, and other relevant standards.
Demonstrated technical problem‑solving and countermeasure implementation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Safety PLC programming experience, including the ability to read, interpret, modify, and configure logic.
Experience with PLC/SPLC communication protocols and system integration.
Availability to support weekends, off‑shifts, and holidays as required.
Ability to work during scheduled shutdowns (July and December).
Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international).
Capability to navigate large industrial facilities: standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and kneeling as needed.
Ability to safely lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
Added bonus if you have (Preferred)
Experience with risk assessment tools.
FMEA/FMEDA methodologies.
Proficiency with one or more Safety PLC platforms, including:
Omron – Sysmac (Safety)
Toyopuc – PCWin Safe
Benefits Info Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
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