Safety Management System Engineer

Mission Summary:

The Safety Engineer supports the management of our safety case and the execution of our safety management systems for our autonomous robotaxi organization. This role is responsible for the hands-on application of safety assurance, functional safety, and regulatory compliance to ensure our technology meets industry standards. The position collaborates with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to ensure "safety is our bedrock" values are integrated into every technical requirement.

What you’ll be doing:

• Execute safety case management tasks in alignment with internal development partners.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining safety documentation for 3rd party reviews.
• Implement strategic programs and initiatives designed to improve and develop our safety culture.
• Provide technical data and analysis for safety governance through risk assessment committees and safety review boards.
  
  

Safety Case Management:

• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company-wide Safety Case, including hazard identification, risk assessments, mitigations, and safety assurance arguments
• Collaborate with engineering, product, operations, and validation teams to ensure safety evidence is complete, traceable, and aligned with regulatory frameworks (e.g., NHTSA, ISO 26262, ISO 21448/SOTIF, UL 4600)
• Lead cross-functional reviews of safety arguments and maintain governance structures for approval, change control, and release.
• Compile status reports on safety gaps and risks for review by the Senior Organizational Safety Manager.
  
  

Third-Party Auditing & Compliance:

• Prepare technical evidence and documentation for external safety audits and certification bodies.
• Participate in audit readiness programs to ensure consistent documentation and traceability across engineering teams.
• Execute corrective action plans from findings to drive systemic improvements.
• Stay current on evolving industry standards and regulatory expectations for AV safety.
  
  

Organizational Safety Culture Development:

• Assist in implementing a safety management system to strengthen proactive safety behaviors.
• Collect and monitor behavioral safety metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years relevant industry experience in technology development / safety critical systems,  and 2+ years of experience in safety engineering for autonomous /  robotics system in a leadership role
• Experience with safety-critical systems in automotive, aerospace, or autonomous vehicles
• Working knowledge of safety standards such as ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), or UL 4600
• Strong background in hazard analysis, system reliability, and safety case development. 
• Experience or familiarity with AI/ML-based perception or decision-making systems.
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle architectures, including perception, planning, and control.
• Ability to communicate technical safety arguments to a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience with machine learning safety challenges in autonomous vehicles. 
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
  
  

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform