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Functional Safety Engineer

ABB

On-site
Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Full-time
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 2w ago

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Job description

ABB is hiring a Functional Safety Engineer — a full-time, based in Hangzhou, Zhejiang role. Apply directly on ABB's careers page below.

Functional Safety Engineer

Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

Category: Research & Development

Employment Type: Full Time

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Global Unit Lead

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About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Functional Safety Engineer to join our Safety Team. The Safety Team is responsible for the implementation and continuous improvement of the functional safety process, supporting development projects, conducting internal audits, and managing relations with certification bodies.

Main Responsibilities

  • Support functional safety activities in development projects, ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508).
  • Define, implement, and maintain functional safety processes within the organization.
  • Plan, execute, and document internal functional safety audits.
  • Lead the creation and review of safety documentation including safety concepts, safety validation and safety manuals.
  • Act as the primary interface with external certification bodies and coordinate product certification activities.
  • Provide training and guidance to engineering teams to strengthen awareness and application of safety standards.
  • Support risk assessments, hazard analyses, FMEA/FMEDA, and related safety analysis activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement in safety practices and culture.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in functional safety engineering within industrial automation, robotics, automotive, or similar industries.
  • Strong understanding of functional safety standards (e.g. IEC 61508).
  • Experience working with certification bodies
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies
  • Certification as a Functional Safety Engineer/Professional (TÜV or equivalent) is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills.
  • Strong English communication skills

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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The required skills for Functional Safety Engineer at ABB include: Agile.

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