Job Description
Summary:
As a Principal Robotics Safety Engineer, you will serve as the senior subject matter expert
and technical leader for robotics safety engineering initiatives. This position requires deep
knowledge of robotics safety standards, complex system integration, and lifecycle safety
management. You will lead multidisciplinary safety programs, guide clients through
compliance with international robotics safety standards, and mentor engineers across all
levels.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and direct safety programs for advanced robotics systems, including program
definition, budget, schedule, and reporting.
- Lead technical safety activities, including planning, risk assessment, hazard analysis,
and validation across robotic platforms and automation systems.
- Develop, implement, and review safety requirements and safety plans in compliance
with ISO 13849, IEC 61508, and ISO 13482.
- Conduct and oversee detailed safety analyses, including FTA, FMEA, FMEDA, and RBD
studies.
- Interpret and apply robotics safety regulations and standards to client projects; ensure
alignment with applicable international and industry requirements.
- Lead technical reviews and audits to verify adherence to safety lifecycles and
engineering best practices.
- Mentor and develop Junior and Senior Safety Engineers, fostering technical growth in
robotics-specific safety methodologies.
- Advise clients on the implementation of functional safety architectures for robotic and
automated systems.
- Present at industry events and publish papers to advance the state of robotics safety
engineering.ā¢ Support business development through networking, client engagement, and strategic
project acquisition.
Qualifications:
- 15ā20+ years of experience in safety engineering, with at least 8 years in robotics or
industrial automation.
- Proven leadership in developing and managing complex safety programs for robotics
systems.
- Advanced knowledge of robotics safety standards and lifecycles, including IEC 61508,
ISO 13849, and ISO 13482.
- Expertise in system and software safety analysis, including hazard identification, SIL/PL
determination, and verification activities.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, capable of translating complex
analyses into clear, actionable documentation.
- Experience with both hardware and software safety in collaborative and autonomous
robotics applications.
Certifications:
Required:
- Functional Safety Expert (FSE) or equivalent certification.
Preferred:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- TĆV or Exida Functional Safety Certification for Robotics or Machinery.
Work Environment:
The Principal Robotics Safety Engineer role is fully remote, with occasional travel to client
facilities and robotics sites for assessments and program reviews. Work will primarily be
conducted from a home office.Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Company-matched HSA available.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous PTO.
About CSA:
CSA is a specialized safety consulting company serving the rail and robotics industries.
The team is dedicated to helping clients develop and certify safety-critical systems in
alignment with global standards. CSA is driven by its mission to create a safer world,
emphasizing collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence in all aspects of
system safety.
Please note: This job description is not meant to be comprehensive and does not contain an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The description can be modified at any time, and employees may be tasked with other related duties to fulfill the continuous requirements of the organization.
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