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Functional safety engineer

Sheffield
Functional safety engineer
Posted: 9 January
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Who are we - We are a UK based engineering business with a reputation for innovation, precision and delivery in complex handling and kinetic architecrure systems, with a portfolio spanning world class projects in defence, aerospace, nuclear, Sports & entertainment and infrastructure sectors. We continue to invest in our people, processes and operational capability to meet growing demand and exceed customer expectations. Purpose of the role - As a Functional Safety Engineer, you will support the design, development, and verification of safety-related control systems across a range of complex engineering projects. Working within the EC&I team, you will help ensure that systems meet relevant safety standards and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development of safety-related control systems and documentation Support the creation of Functional Safety Plans, Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), and verification reports Contribute to risk assessments, hazard analysis, and SIL/PL determination Help implement safety functions using PLCs and safety relays Work with engineers across disciplines to ensure integrated and compliant system designs Assist in validating safety systems through testing and documentation Support compliance with standards such as BS EN 61508, BS EN 62061, and BS EN 13849 Liaise with suppliers and support safety-related procurement activities Participate in design reviews and audits to ensure functional safety requirements are met Skills & Experience Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation, or a related field Understanding of functional safety principles and lifecycle processes Familiarity with safety standards (e.g. BS EN 61508, BS EN 62061, BS EN 13849) Experience with PLCs and safety systems (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider) Ability to read and produce technical documentation and electrical drawings Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety compliance Full UK driving licence (some travel may be required) Desirable Experience in regulated industries such as Nuclear, Defence, or Aerospace Knowledge of safety tools such as SISTEMA or FMEA/Fault Tree Analysis Exposure to safety validation and verification processes Awareness of EMC and Low Voltage Directives

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