Role descriptionTechnical Functional Safety - (ISO 26262 & SOTIF)
Location: Auburn Hills, MI Duration: Full TimeRole Overview: We are seeking Technical Functional Safety (Chassis - Brake, Steering, Dynamics) with strong expertise in ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448). The role expects technical hands-on experience, activities and ownership of functional and intended safety activities for chassis systems, including ADAS-chassis interactions, acting as the key safety authority interface between engineering teams, suppliers, OEM customers, and certification bodies.
Key Responsibilities (ISO 26262 V-Cycle & SOTIF):
- Own and drive functional safety lifecycle for chassis systems from concept through production and operation
- Develop and Lead Item Definition, HARA, Safety Goals, and ASIL classification
- Develop and review Functional and Technical Safety Concepts (FSC/TSC)
- Define, allocate, and manage FSRs, TSRs, HW and SW safety requirements
- Lead and review safety analyses: System FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, and interface-related risks
- Define safe states, fault reactions, and degradation strategies for chassis and ADAS handover scenarios
- Apply SOTIF (ISO 21448) to address unknown or insufficiently understood risks and performance limitations
- Support safety verification and validation (MIL/SIL/HIL, fault injection)
- Own and contribute to Safety Case and SOTIF Case development
- Perform safety impact analysis for design changes, calibration updates, and field issues
Homologation & Certification Support:
- Preparation and documentation for third-party functional safety assessments and homologation processes
- Coordinate with assessment bodies for ISO 26262 safety case reviews and formal approvals
- Provide guidance and support to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer-specific safety requirements
Cross-Functional Coordination & PLM Integration:
- Act as the primary safety interface for system, hardware, software, ADAS, validation, and vehicle integration teams
- Coordinate chassis and ADAS safety activities with global teams across regions
- Ensure end-to-end traceability of safety and SOTIF work products using ALM tools (Polarion, DOORS, Codebeamer)
- Integrate functional safety and SOTIF processes within the PLM environment for full lifecycle management
- Track, escalate, and resolve safety and SOTIF-related risks
Tools & Standards:
- ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ASPICE
- Medini Analyze or equivalent safety analysis tools
- IBM DOORS / Polarion / Codebeamer
- MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE, CANoe
Required Profile:
- Engineering degree with strong automotive systems background
- 8+ years' experience in functional safety and chassis systems
- Experience with ADAS-chassis integration and safety interfaces
- Experience working with OEMs, suppliers, and assessment bodies
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or share their updated resume.
