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Senior Product Safety Engineer (IEC 61508, Hardware safety)

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StageDirectory listedStandardsIEC 61508 · ISO 13849 · ISO 10218 · IEC 60204-1 · IEC 61010 · UL 61010 · NFPA 79IndustrySemiconductorSenioritySeniorRegionGermanySource year2026Role familyHardware safetySegmentOtherEmploymentFull-timeEmployerEmployer profileCertificationsTUV Functional Safety EngineerLanguagesEnglish · German
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Role summary

At the organization, a leading supplier of deposition systems to the semiconductor industry, it’s not just about creating technology – it's about shaping the future. Ever since the company was established in 1983, we have been driven and defined by our spirit of discovery and our passion for excellence. Our state-of-the-art systems are at the heart of many high-tech applications, from LED and display technology to energy management, communication, and much more besides. All of this is made possible by a team brimming with talent – our greatest asset. Drawing on your skills and your enthusiasm for technology, you too could soon be contributing to our efforts, as we endeavor to push the boundaries of what is possible. At the organization, you can look forward to exciting projects, interdisciplinary teams, and the opportunity to be at the forefront of technological advancement.

Requirements

  • Education background: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic or comparable qualifications.
  • Experience: More than 10 years’ work experience in functional and robot safe-ty is a plus. Extensive experience with international safety standards. Experience in safety requirements and approaches associated with SEMI S2, SEMI S8 and related SEMI standards. Experience in semiconductor equipment and pragmatic approaches to solve safety challenges associated with such equipment
  • Certifications: TÜV certification as a (ideally)
  • Technical Expertise: Extensive experience with common standards , ISO 13849, ISO 10218, IEC/EN 60204-1, UL 61010-1 and NFPA 79. Basic experience in programming, risk assessment software, Sistema or Pilz Pascal software would be very welcome.
  • Communication: Strong communication skills, confidence in presentations and technical consulting competence
  • Teamwork and Adaptability: Highly motivated and adaptable team player with a strong analytical mindset, structured working style with excellent organizational skills, coupled with a passion for interdisciplinary engineering projects.
  • Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-project environments while thriving under tight deadlines in dynamic and fast-paced settings.
  • Team Development: Supporting the development and growth of the team while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Languages: Fluency in English and/or German
  • Flexible working hours: At the organization, you can take a flexible approach to organizing your working day (without fixed core hours), work on the move, and switch between company office and mobile office.
  • Profit sharing: As an employee, you have the opportunity to participate in the company’s success and benefit from a profit-sharing scheme.
  • Health: We are committed to providing support for your physical and mental health, e.g., through regular health campaigns.
  • Personal development: It is important to us that you continue to evolve your skills, be it with the help of our own the organization Academy or through personalized development programs.
  • Open corporate culture: We foster an open and respectful culture – first-name terms – that extends across all hierarchical levels.

Standards

  • IEC 61508 Functional Safety of E/E/PE Safety-Related Systems
  • ISO 13849 Safety-Related Parts of Control Systems
  • ISO 10218 Robots and Robotic Devices - Safety Requirements
  • IEC 60204-1 Electrical Equipment of Machines
  • IEC 61010 Functional Safety of E/E/PE Safety-Related Systems
  • UL 61010 Functional Safety of E/E/PE Safety-Related Systems
  • NFPA 79 Electrical Equipment of Machines

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