Critical Systems Analysis, LLC · 4 days ago
Principal Robotics Safety Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
15+ years expCritical Systems Analysis, LLC is a specialized safety consulting company serving the rail and robotics industries. As a Principal Robotics Safety Engineer, you will lead robotics safety engineering initiatives, manage safety programs, and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance with international safety standards.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Manage and direct safety programs for advanced robotics systems, including program definition, budget, schedule, and reporting
Lead technical safety activities, including planning, risk assessment, hazard analysis, and validation across robotic platforms and automation systems
Develop, implement, and review safety requirements and safety plans in compliance with ISO 13849, IEC 61508, and ISO 13482
Conduct and oversee detailed safety analyses, including FTA, FMEA, FMEDA, and RBD studies
Interpret and apply robotics safety regulations and standards to client projects; ensure alignment with applicable international and industry requirements
Lead technical reviews and audits to verify adherence to safety lifecycles and engineering best practices
Mentor and develop Junior and Senior Safety Engineers, fostering technical growth in robotics-specific safety methodologies
Advise clients on the implementation of functional safety architectures for robotic and automated systems
Present at industry events and publish papers to advance the state of robotics safety engineering
Support business development through networking, client engagement, and strategic project acquisition
Qualification
Required
15–20+ years of experience in safety engineering, with at least 8 years in robotics or industrial automation
Proven leadership in developing and managing complex safety programs for robotics systems
Advanced knowledge of robotics safety standards and lifecycles, including IEC 61508, ISO 13849, and ISO 13482
Expertise in system and software safety analysis, including hazard identification, SIL/PL determination, and verification activities
Strong technical writing and communication skills, capable of translating complex analyses into clear, actionable documentation
Experience with both hardware and software safety in collaborative and autonomous robotics applications
Functional Safety Expert (FSE) or equivalent certification
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license
TÜV or Exida Functional Safety Certification for Robotics or Machinery
Benefits
Flexible scheduling.
Company-matched 401(k).
Company-matched HSA available.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Generous PTO.
Company
Critical Systems Analysis, LLC
CSA’s mission is to be technology leaders, bringing safety to advanced automation while treating our clients and team with integrity and respect.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase