Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)SummaryWe are looking for a well‑rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with 8+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry to lead and drive Automotive IC products to achieve ISO 26262 functional safety compliance at ASIL D. The ideal candidate has a solid track record of independently managing safety projects through successful certification and brings strong knowledge of ASPICE Level 3 process development.This role will be a hands‑on technical leader, ensuring safety compliance across the full IC lifecycle, conducting audits and assessments, and serving as the primary point of contact for safety‑related concerns with OEMs, Tier 1 customers, and partners.Location: Canada – RemoteKey ResponsibilitiesLead end‑to‑end functional safety activities for Automotive ICs in compliance with ISO 26262 (ASIL D).Define, implement, and maintain safety plans, safety concepts, FMEDA, safety manuals, and safety cases.Implement SEooC, AoU approach and derive safety goals with ASIL decomposition strategies.Drive technical safety architecture definition for digital, analog, and mixed‑signal ICs, including design and verification of safety mechanisms (ECC, lock‑step CPUs, watchdogs, voltage/clock monitors).Perform and lead FMEA, FMEDA, and FTA analyses ensuring ASIL metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF) are satisfied.Independently conduct functional safety audits, confirmation measures, assessments, and reviews.Collaborate with internal design, verification, and software teams to ensure freedom from interference and safe partitioning of ASIL vs. QM functions.Partner with OEMs, Tier 1 customers, and external assessors to address safety issues, support audits,



and resolve concerns.Perform HW evaluation on non‑compliance IPs (internal and external).Support ASPICE Level 3 process development, ensuring alignment of FuSa with broader quality and process frameworks.Mentor junior functional safety engineers and shape best practices across the organization.QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.8+ years of experience in semiconductor development, specifically Automotive ICs.Proven record of leading functional safety projects independently through ASIL D certification.Strong knowledge of ISO 26262 (Part 2–11) and related standards.Past involvement in ASPICE Level 3 infrastructure and process development.Deep hands‑on experience with FMEA, FMEDA, FTA, DFA.Fault injection testing and safety metrics analysis experience.Safety mechanism design and verification experience.Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, Polarion) and safety analysis tools.Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with OEMs, Tier 1s, certification bodies, and cross‑functional teams.Preferred SkillsHardware/software tool evaluation and classification.Strong knowledge of ASPICE (up to level 3) and Cyber Security (ISO/SAE 21434).Experience in external audits and assessor engagement (e.G., TÜV, Exida, UL).Understanding of automotive relevant standards and tools (IATF 16949, AEC‑Q100, PPAP, APQP and five core automotive tools).Personal SkillsCollaboration across multidisciplinary and international teams.BenefitsTechnology depth and breadth unique to a start‑up.Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows.Pre‑IPO stock options.Cutting‑edge technology.World‑class team.Flexible schedule.Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees.Salary Range$140,000 CAD – $200,000 CAD annual base salary, plus incentive compensation in the form of pre‑IPO ISO options, and a full range of medical and other benefits.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor - C$140,000 - C$200,000 A Year - Remote (Winnipeg)
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