Functional Safety Systems Engineer in Basildon

Workplace: SS15 6EE, Laindon

What to expect: Bertrandt is an independent and international development service provider with long years of automotive expertise. With cross‑industry know‑how and a holistic understanding of systems and products, we create technological solutions at any stage of the product development process. Our goal is to accelerate technological progress and make a relevant contribution to a sustainable future.

We are recruiting for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer for our customer. Our customer is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Dunton Technical Centre in Laindon, Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring their complex, distributed technologies—including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety—meet the highest safety standards. Using Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next."

Responsibilities:

• Execute ISO 26262 functional safety activities with cross functional and global teams (e.g., powertrain, infotainment, active safety, driver assistance, and automated features)
• Apply Ford ISO 26262 processes, methods, tools, and trainings to develop functional safety software and system work products
• Use MBSE/SysML to model functions, interfaces, and safety‑related behaviour; contribute to globally common safety ratings and model libraries
• Support creation of safety concepts and system designs; help transition advanced technologies from research to production
• Produce clear technical documentation and communications supporting audits, reviews, and program milestones
• Lead reviews with key stakeholders and suppliers
• Collaborate with research and advanced engineering, product development, quality, and manufacturing to integrate safety by design
• Identify and drive continuous improvement in processes, methods, tools, and training
• Serve as a growing subject matter expert within the first year and mentor peers in functional safety and systems engineering best practices

Skills required:

• ISO 26262 Proficiency: Practical application of ISO 26262 processes, methods, and tools within a product development environment
• MBSE/SysML Modelling: Ability to model functions, interfaces, and safety‑related behaviours using system modelling languages
• Technical Documentation: Strong capability in producing clear technical work products to support audits, safety cases, and program milestones
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with global teams across diverse disciplines (Powertrain, Infotainment, Quality, Manufacturing)
• Systems Thinking: A proactive approach to understanding complex system interactions and "safety by design" principles.

Skills preferred:

• Tool Expertise: Hands‑on experience with specific MBSE tools such as MagicDraw or Cameo.
• Technical Leadership: Ability to lead technical workstreams and influence stakeholders across the organisation.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical safety concepts into actionable requirements for non‑safety engineering teams.
• Test Development: Experience developing design verification tests at the component, system, and vehicle levels.

Experience required:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the development of software‑enabled systems
• Proven track record of applying the ISO 26262 functional safety standard throughout the product development lifecycle

Experience preferred:

• Experience in designing architectures for complex systems, software, or electronic hardware
• Experience in the planning, development, and testing of embedded software
• Experience analysing test results and executing verification plans within an automotive context

Education required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or Computer Science

Education preferred:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Position is confirmed inside IR35. Successful candidates have to be eligible to work in the UK. The role requires 4 days on site in Laindon, Essex.

What we offer: An interesting and varied role with an expanding international company, recognised for its industry expertise, company culture supporting teamwork and creativity.

Contact: Heidi Williams Tel.: 01268564300