Lead Naval Functional Safety Engineer

Lead Safety Engineer

Location: Rugby
Type: Permanent, full-time

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client is seeking a Lead Safety Engineer to make a significant impact on major global projects in the energy technology sector. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work with one of the leading companies in the industry.

About Our Client
Our client is a prominent energy technology company known for its innovative solutions and commitment to safety and quality. They are involved in major naval projects, providing cutting-edge technology and engineering expertise.

What's on Offer

• An attractive compensation package with competitive salary.
• Personalised flexible benefits tailored to your needs.
• Company pension contributions, income protection, private health insurance, life assurance, and a healthy lifestyle account.
• 34 days of vacation, including national holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Functional Safety Activities: Oversee and perform a wide range of Functional Safety activities throughout the lifecycle of naval projects, from concept through design, manufacture, commissioning, and into service.
• Coordinate Safety Aspects: Ensure consistency in Functional Safety approaches across various projects.
• Capture and Analyse Requirements: Identify and analyse Functional Safety requirements for new projects.
• Create Management Plans: Develop Functional Safety Management Plans (FSMP) and project philosophy documents as necessary.
• Ensure Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant safety standards on all projects.
• Conduct Hazard Analysis: Create, review, and maintain Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments.
• Define Safety Requirements: Analyse and define Functional Safety and Technical safety requirements for projects.
• Lead Technical Discussions: Facilitate discussions with suppliers and customers regarding Functional Safety.
• Conduct Audits: Support functional safety audits and assessments as required.

Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A minimum degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (Masters or PhD preferred).
• Certification as a Functional Safety Engineer with demonstrable knowledge.
• Experience delivering Functional Safety documentation and conducting analyses such as FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, and HARA.
• Familiarity with functional safety standards and safety planning tools.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance to SC level.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience within the UK Defence sector, particularly with the UK Royal Navy.
• Knowledge of military/defence standards and classification rules (e.g., DNV, ABS, Lloyds).
• Strong multitasking abilities with excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Valid UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for short-term assignments.

If you are an experienced engineer looking for a challenging role that allows you to make a real difference in the field of naval functional safety, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Join our client in shaping the future of energy technology.