Sr. Functional Safety Engineer

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose The Sr. Functional Safety Engineer supports the delivery of

ISO 26262

functional safety activities across electrified driveline products. This role works closely with cross‑functional engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure safety requirements are defined, implemented, and verified throughout the development lifecycle.

Job Duties and Responsibilities Support

ISO 26262

activities through the full development lifecycle, including safety planning, hazard analysis, safety concepts, and requirements development. Work with systems, hardware, and software engineering to ensure safety requirements are feasible, clearly understood, and properly traced and implemented. Engage directly with customers during the request for quotation stage; on jointly reviewing functional safety objectives and specific requirements; and in the resolution of functional safety concerns. Develop and maintain, either directly or indirectly, all necessary work products, including but not limited to: Safety Plan Safety Manual Safety Concepts ASIL rating/decomposition DIA HARA Safety Requirements

FMEA & FTA

Safety Verification and Validation activities Confirmation measures Safety Case Support consistency and continuous improvement of functional safety processes across teams. Support issue resolution related to safety findings, requirement gaps, or test results. Contribute to functional safety training and awareness sessions, helping teams across the organization understand roles, responsibilities, and process expectations. Travel to key stakeholder meetings (domestic or international, as required). Education and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Automotive / Electrical / Systems Engineering or a related field of study 7-10 years experience implementing

ISO 26262

; powertrain and/or electric vehicle applications preferred. Expert knowledge and industry experience with safety concepts, hazard analysis and risk assessment, FMEA, FTA at both system and sub-system level. Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and ability to use this in a multi-disciplinary approach (electronics, software, mechanical hardware, hydraulics) Experience in the implementation of functional safety standards like

IEC 61508, EN 13849, ISO 26262, ISO 15998, ISO 25119, IEC

62061, and other related standards for systems, hardware and software development like

CMMI, INCOSE, ASPICE.

Demonstrated progressive responsibility and hands-on experience with vehicle system architectures and control systems. Skills and Competencies Able to effectively build relationships with other disciplines to drive results in matrix organization Strong communication skills: listening, speaking, and writing, at all levels Proven excellent customer relationship management skills Able to make decisions independently with appropriate level of consultation/communication. Commitment to the highest standards of ethical behavior in self and others; commitment to inclusion and diversity Both strategic and hands on; able to execute as well as proactively plan. Excellent analytical skills Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (10%) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.​