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Our client, a recognised leader in the land vehicles sector, is seeking a Senior Product Safety Engineer to join their Weapon Systems UK Product Integrity team. This role, available on a contract basis, involves contributing to the safety engineering field, particularly within the realm of land vehicle systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Definition and analysis of product safety targets to satisfy customer and legal requirements
- Setting and monitoring safety guidelines for project/design teams
- Undertaking safety hazard analysis using tools such as PHI, FMECA, HAZOP, and FTA
- Generating, updating, and maintaining hazard databases (e.g., eCassandra)
- Preparing safety documentation, including Product Integrity Management Plan, Safety and Environmental Case Reports, and Hazard Logs
- Providing technical expertise and general safety advice to project/design teams
- Scheduling work to meet target timescales and budget demands
- Liaising with project/design teams, customers, sub-contractors, and suppliers on safety matters
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience as a Safety Engineer, preferably in the land vehicles or weapons system sector
- Excellent understanding of safety requirements and familiarity with JSPs and Def Stans
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel
- Excellent report writing skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Highly creative and focussed on achieving objectives with strong analytical skills
Desirable Skills:
- Engineering background in weapon systems or military design
- Experience in structural/stress analysis
- Understanding of EU standards and legislation with the ability to perform gap analysis
- Knowledge of product security and cyber aspects
- Awareness of product environmental standards
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong commitment to achieving high levels of responsibility
- Readiness to travel if required
If you are a professional Senior Product Safety Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity within the land vehicles sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be a part of our client's esteemed team.
