Staff Software Safety Engineer - US

What You'll Do: 

• Work closely with the Functional Safety Manager and Torc engineers to ensure ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) standards are implemented
• Collaborate locally and globally to evaluate Functional Safety deliverables and lead Torc engineers to meet an acceptable safety level
• Define areas for improvement within the designs and work with design teams to achieve the goals
• Consult on Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments (HARAs) for the department
• Performs FTA, FMEA analysis and trains other engineers
• Lead safety requirement definition, and evaluation of system architectures and designs with respect to safety goals
• Performs tasks laid out in ISO 26262:2018 with emphasis on parts 4,5 and 6
• Designs safety mechanisms to prevent latent faults
• Support the creation and implementation of all Functional Safety work products: Item Definitions, Safety Plans, Risk Assessments, Safety Concepts and test cases
• Support team with providing training to increasing engineering knowledge of ISO 26262
• Identify gaps related to ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and ISO 21448 (Safety of the Intended Function) and communicate to management
• Partner with Quality Engineering to ensure deliverables for ISO 21448 (Safety of the Intended Function) are met
• Support the development of cyber security requirements for autonomous trucks
• Collaborate with system design and architecture development teams on specification development for our Autonomous Trucking program

What You'll Need to Succeed: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field required with 6 years of engineering experience
• Excellent knowledge of automotive, heavy duty truck, or aerospace industry products
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) or IEC 61508
• Must be well-organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, and work professionally with various levels of management
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, reliable, and self-motivated
• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change

Bonus Points!

• ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) Certification preferred
• Knowledge of or experience in the application of ISO 21448 (Safety of the Intended Function) preferred
• Excellent technical proficiency with products preferred
• Languages: English (fluent), German (intermediate) preferred, additional language(s) appreciated

Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:  

• A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees  
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
• Company-wide holiday office closures
• AD+D and Life Insurance  

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