Functional Safety Engineer | Safety Engineer Functional Safety (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Darmstadt

Aschaffenburg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Apr 27, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Functional Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and evaluating safety concepts for complex engineering projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities include creating safety documentation, conducting risk assessments according to international standards, and ensuring CE compliance for machinery. You will act as a technical advisor for electrical design and programming teams, validating schematics and selecting safety-relevant hardware. This position is ideal for an experienced professional looking to work on high-level innovation projects within the electrical and automation sectors. You will join a collaborative environment that values expertise, providing you with the opportunity to influence safety standards across diverse client projects. The role offers a stable, long-term career path with a focus on professional growth and technical excellence in an engineering-driven company.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field with a focus on safety.

Experience

  • Professional experience in functional safety and machine safety
  • Practical experience in electrical design and hardware selection
  • Experience with PLC programming and automation systems
  • Proven track record in conducting risk assessments and creating safety documentation

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified