Principal Functional Safety Engineer, One MHS
Amazon Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics
Description
At Amazon, safety is foundational to everything we do. We are working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history.
The One MHS (OMHS) team is seeking a Principal Functional Safety Engineer to lead the development and implementation of end-to-end safety strategies for complex automated systems. This leader will set the bar for machine safety and functional safety integration across Amazon’s global operations network.
The successful candidate will be a recognized expert in functional safety, with deep knowledge of standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 62061, and IEC 61508. They will drive scalable safety architecture, influence early design decisions, and mentor teams across engineering, R&D, and operations. This role requires a mix of technical depth, systems thinking, and strong cross-functional leadership to ensure safety is designed in — not bolted on.
As the Principal Functional Safety Engineer, you will partner with internal customers to assess risk, define safety functions, validate safety performance, and continuously improve system reliability. You will raise the bar on Amazon’s global safety standards by developing innovative solutions that enable automation at scale — safely.
Key job responsibilities
- Own the strategy and execution of functional safety programs across automation, robotics, and material handling systems.
- Lead and mentor teams of engineers in risk assessment, system architecture, safety requirement definition, and validation.
- Partner with product design, controls, and operations teams to embed safety into every phase of system development.
- Conduct design reviews and safety analyses, including FMEA, FMEDA, and fault tree analysis.
- Establish and maintain Amazon’s global functional safety framework in alignment with ISO and IEC standards.
- Support certification efforts and interface with third-party safety assessors and regulatory bodies.
- Influence executive-level decisions by communicating complex safety concepts with clarity and data-driven insights.
- Serve as a technical authority and thought leader for functional safety innovation within Amazon.
Basic Qualifications
- 10+ years of hardware engineering experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in functional safety, machine safety, or control systems engineering.
- Demonstrated expertise with ISO 13849, IEC 62061, or IEC 61508 standards.
- Proven experience developing and validating safety systems for automated or robotic environments.
- Strong understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), safety relays, and safety-rated communication protocols.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering or equivalent
- TÜV Rheinland / TÜV SÜD Functional Safety Engineer or equivalent certification.
- Experience leading global safety initiatives or establishing safety frameworks at scale.
- Working knowledge of ANSI, OSHA, and other regional safety regulations.
- Track record of innovation in safety technology or process design.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $147,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $254,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.