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Job purpose

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as Senior Functional Safety Engineer at our Propulsion Technical Center (PTC) in Auburn Hills, MI.

Join us in developing state of the art safety solutions for hybrid and electric vehicles in a fast-paced marketplace.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team through the application of ISO 26262 at all levels (system, sub-system, component) for HW and SW
• Act as the main engineering customer interface for safety reviews and discussions – safety case, present how we meet TSR, SW and HW safety requirements.  Present to OEM
• Develop the Technical Safety Concept based on identified Product Safety Requirements and Functional Safety Concept – specification of requirements
• Ensure traceability of safety requirements and design throughout the product lifecycle
• Perform Functional Safety Analysis including FMEDA and FTA
• Define the safety architecture including ASIL decomposition, freedom from interference, dependant failures, required redundancies, and shutoff paths
• Coach engineering teams to understand system safety concepts and implement these concepts in hardware and software designs
• Provide required engineering input for the Safety Plan, Safety Concept and Safety Case to the functional safety manager (FSM)
• Ensure the proper completion of verification reviews of safety work products
• Lead the appropriate safety analysis to ensure all product development safety activities are performed, using industry best practices and the ISO process
• Support the creation of the system safety test specification by supporting validation engineers in defining safety test cases using the safety requirements and safety measures.
• Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to engineering peers on safety methodologies to increase safety awareness and best practices
• Support customer inquiries on project safety topics by supporting RFQs for new projects and response to questions for existing projects

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• Master’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering preferred
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 26262 required
• ISO 26262 certification preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in automotive system development (electrification preferred)
• 3+ years’ experience in functional safety preferred
• Experience in applying functional safety to automotive drivetrain or propulsion systems is preferred
• Organized and structured work style and attention to detail are required
• Experience with safety analysis tool Medini Analyze preferred
• Experience with JIRA, Polarion, and Method Park Stages tools or equivalent is required
• Experience with an ASPICE based system development process required
• Strong PC knowledge of Microsoft Office tools required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English language required
• Willingness to travel up to 10% is preferred

What we offer

• Named a Detroit Free Press top workplace in Michigan
• Competitive compensation and benefit packages

What we believe

• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
•  Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
•  Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.
• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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