Summary Build your functional safety expertise through exposure to complex, safety-critical engineering across regulated sectors. You will take technical ownership, work across varied projects and develop your profile as a specialist in functional safety. Where you will be based Bristol-based with a hybrid working pattern, combining office, client site and home working. This is a permanent, full-time role. Your role Lead functional safety activities across complex engineering projects from early concept through to delivery and commissioning Specify, design and assess control, instrumentation and safety systems Apply hazard analysis and risk assessment techniques to safety-critical engineering challenges Lead multidisciplinary technical interfaces and support engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle Produce, review and approve technical reports, specifications and engineering documentation Work directly with clients to define requirements, manage technical scope and address project risksYour experience Strong knowledge of process control systems and associated electrical, control and instrumentation documentation Experience with techniques such as HAZOP, LOPA, SIL determination, FMEA and FTA Working knowledge of functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 61511, ISO 13849, DO-178 or DO-254 Experience delivering projects within regulated or safety-critical sectors Strong technical report writing and client-facing communication skills Relevant engineering degree or equivalent professional experience and qualificationsWhat you will need Strong experience delivering engineering solutions within regulated or safety-critical environments Practical functional safety, hazard analysis and risk assessment experience Knowledge of recognised functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 or IEC 61511 Ability to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearanceBenefits and flexibility Annual performance-related bonus Private healthcare Targeted professional development Paid professional institution membership feesThese vacancies require SC clearance. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain relevant clearance. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then
Senior Functional Safety Consultant in Bristol employer: Electus Recruitment Solutions
Join a leading defence company in Bristol, where innovation meets purpose. We offer a collaborative work culture that fosters technical excellence and provides ample opportunities for professional growth within the defence sector. With a focus on advanced Air Defence systems, you'll be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages hands-on involvement in shaping critical software architectures.
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