Functional Safety Consultant

Job ID: 17787

TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Ltd.

Permanent, Full Time

Cheshire, Stockton-on-Tees

Immediately

Job Summary

TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) are looking for qualified candidates to join the ever-growing team as a Functional Safety Consultant on a permanent basis in either Warrington or Stockton-on-Trent, UK Offices.

You will be part of an energetic and driven team and will be expected to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues on multiple projects in a supportive, progressive environment. Our core company values teamwork, empowerment, integrity and solutions provide our cultural framework and encourage problem solving, decision making, flexibility and responsibility. We have an established competence framework, with regular appraisals and a defined pathway for progression.

We strive to foster a friendly and collaborative culture where every employee can contribute to delivering outstanding engineering solutions.

Job Description

  • Deliver IEC 61508 / IEC 61511 / IEC 62061 / ISO 13849 functional safety-based SIS and Machinery Safety consultancy and training services
  • Provide specialist level technical support to TUV Rheinland clients on a range of technical queries across the applicable functional safety lifecycle
  • Write technical papers and deliver specialist technical presentations to support TUV Rheinland functional safety service execution and work winning strategies.
  • Responsible for development and delivery of technical training related to functional safety, OT cyber security and Machinery safety solutions
  • Build strong relationships with clients, understand their needs and assist in the delivery of tailored, pragmatic solutions.
  • Maintain and enhance customer relationships, securing new opportunities for repeat and new consulting business.
  • Lead assignment tasks, providing regular updates on progress and any challenges faced.
  • Support the financial performance of consulting assignments, monitoring progress vs. costs, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality services.
  • Ensure compliance with company standards, customer contracts, and industry regulations.
  • Maintain transparency in communication with clients, team members, and management.

What we expect of you?

  • Should have a minimum of 3-10 years of relevant experience
  • Have experience of scoping new work and preparing or coordinating competitive bids
  • Planning and managing the delivery of projects from proposal to successful delivery and project closure
  • Technical report writing, communicating effectively and managing interfaces with stakeholders (internally and externally)
  • Available for short-term travel when projects require this on a global basis
  • Proactive self-starter, dedicated, innovative, resourceful and analytical with strong problem-solving skills
  • Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment.
  • Communicate effectively and confidently with colleagues.
  • Committed to meeting deadlines and upholding high standards
  • Strong commercial and business acumen
  • A genuine passion and desire to enhance company business efficiency


Qualifications/ experience:

  • Experience of working in high hazard process industries with a specific focus on safety instrumented systems and/or machine safety
  • Relevant technical engineering degree with chartered status or equivalent qualified engineer
  • Technical qualification, preferably in the field of Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Control Systems with knowledge on OT cyber security.
  • Certificated as a minimum to TÜV Rheinland FS Engineer or Exida CFSE status by examination
  • A recognized industry professional in Functional Safety Management with a minimum of 3 to 10 years’ experience in the key issues relating to the professional application of functional safety management for the design, engineering, operations and maintenance of SIS within an operational engineering environment
  • Demonstratable experience of engaging in a comprehensive range of detailed technical safety related matters covering SIL determination, safety requirements specification design and engineering of SIS and operation and maintenance of SIS
  • Significant knowledge and application of safety related market experience to be able to demonstrate an authoritative understanding of the IEC functional safety compliant relationships between end users, EPC’s, systems integrators and device/machine manufacturers
  • Experience in understanding the requirements for the development of Safety Requirements Specification
  • Preferably having safety engineering knowledge appropriate to the application of E/E/PE Safety Related Systems
  • Demonstrable experience of planning, leading and carrying out functional safety audits and functional safety assessments
  • Relevant experience of delivering technical training to Clients and Stakeholders
  • Demonstrable experience of presenting SIS/Machinery related technical updates / technical solutions and engagement directly both internally and externally with Clients,
  • Stakeholders, Regulatory Bodies, Industry Groups and Academia
  • Preferably a member of any standard’s technical committee such as IEC 61508 or IEC 61511 or a professional membership
  • Having knowledge of IEC 62443 cyber security principles would be an added advantage

What we can offer you?

  • Hybrid work model and flexible working hours
  • Annual bonus subject to company and individual performance
  • A package of benefits: private medical care, group life insurance, workplace pension scheme, employee discounts, Salary sacrifice options
  • Well being Support
  • Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere
  • International environment and daily usage of foreign languages
  • Real development opportunities
  • Direct communication and no formal dress code
  • Employee referral program

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We only accept applications submitted online through our application system. We cannot accept applications sent by email.

What else you should know

Job ID17787
Type of contractPermanent
Type of employmentFull Time
Work modelFlex Office / partially remote
CompanyTÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Ltd.

Application deadline: as long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates (all genders welcome). We are looking forward to receiving your application.

You can look forward to that:

Positive working atmosphere

Isn't it tempting to work for an established, significant company with a rich heritage? Here's the even better news: we also want the work to be fun!

Employee events

Building. Memories. Together. Various events for employees await you!

Employee discounts

Exclusive employee offers at attractive conditions are just one of the great benefits we offer you. Please enquire about the details in a personal meeting.

Bonus programmes

We believe in rewarding performance by recognising success. Let's talk about the details of our bonus programmes in a personal meeting.

Flexible working hours

Balancing your private and professional life is not always easy: family matters, personal needs, transport or simply your own energy cycle - our flexible working hours support you in this!

Experienced and international teams

We welcome new talent, but are also proud of our many long-standing colleagues. Let your personal experience come together with our multicultural TÜV Rheinland experience to achieve something together!

Insurance packages and health care

We are proud to save lives with our work. The physical and mental well-being of our employees is just as important to us! We would be happy to inform you about our insurance and health packages in a personal meeting

Employee training and development

We live ‘Just right’ as the core of our corporate DNA. Constantly growing together and learning from each other is therefore a matter of course for us!

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Industrial Services & Cybersecurity

At TÜV Rheinland, in the Industry Service & Cybersecurity business unit, we are looking for talents who are ready to help shape the future of the industry and accompany technological progress. Our focus is on digitalization and networking in the industry, as well as the further international expansion of our services in the field of renewable energy and support for major infrastructure projects.

This applies to the functional safety of industrial plants in an era of rapidly increasing interconnectivity of components and machines – the keyword being Operational Technology Security – as well as to energy generation, utilization, and distribution, infrastructure, and network expansion.

Our Core Areas:

  • Pressure Equipment & Plant Engineering: Inspection, testing, and certification services focusing on pressure equipment such as pressure vessels, boilers, tanks, and piping systems.
  • Elevators & Conveyor Technology: Inspection, testing, and certification services for elevators, conveyor belts, escalators, cranes, and machinery.
  • Electrical & Building Technology: Evaluation, inspection, testing, and certification services for electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
  • Industrial Inspection & Material Testing: Comprehensive inspection and testing services for industrial facilities and their materials.
  • Infrastructure & Project Management: Project and construction supervision as well as integrated services for infrastructure projects.
  • Energy & Environment: Technical support, certification, and testing for renewable energy and sustainable solutions.
  • Cybersecurity & Functional Safety: Testing and certification services for industrial automation, IT, and OT security solutions.

Become part of a team that drives innovation and makes the world safer and more connected. With us, you can apply and expand your knowledge and actively shape the industry of the future – in an environment that fosters learning and diversity.

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