Ensuring the safety of heavy machinery is a critical aspect of our operations.
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Machine Safety Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and validating safety systems for bridge and gantry cranes. This includes ensuring compliance with European Machinery Directive and other international safety standards while enabling efficient and reliable crane performance.
Responsibilities
* Liaise with risk assessment teams to interpret safety function requirements and identify safety generate specifications (SRS).
* Support electrical and software design engineers in translating safety requirements into practical electrical design solutions, including safety circuits and selection of appropriate components.
* Review and validate safety-related parts of the control system, and carry out performance calculation using Sistema software application.
* Generate safety function descriptions, verification reports, and compliance checklists.
* Provide support during functional testing, commissioning, and validation of safety systems.
* Assist in maintaining standard safety design templates and blocks for use across various products.
* Stay current with developments in machine safety standards, components, and best practices.
* Participate in internal design reviews and provide input on safety-related aspects of the system design.
Qualifications
* A recognised qualification in engineering in the fields of electrical, software, or mechanical engineering, functional safety, or a related discipline.
* Knowledge of European Machine Safety Directive or international standards in safety-related parts of control systems is desirable.
* Third-level qualification or suitable experience in health & safety or a related discipline is desirable.
* Qualification as a Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE) and/or Certified Expert in Functional Safety (CEFS) is an advantage.
We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, training and development opportunities, subsidised canteen, retailer discounts, travel opportunities, sports and social club, cycle-to-work scheme, and early finish on Fridays.