Job summary

Our client, a leading entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Product Safety Engineer to join their team in Rugeley.

Key skills required for this role

Product Safety, Def-Stan, EN61508

Important

Product Safety Engineer

Job description

Location: Rugeley (2-3 days per week onsite)

Role details:
Our client, a leading entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Product Safety Engineer to join their team in Rugeley. This permanent role involves working 2-3 days per week on-site and focuses on maintaining safety standards within high-stakes maritime projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Acting as the main focal point for Product Safety Assurance of equipment design following customer requirements
• Providing credible advice and guidance to the wider business and external stakeholders
• Ensuring safety considerations are integral to the design process and account for the entire product lifecycle
• Maintaining and managing the implementation of the Project Safety Management System for equipment design and delivery
• Evolving working practices to manage product safety in a cost-effective manner
• Resolving a range of Product Safety engineering issues and compiling technical reports and presentations
• Developing safety arguments for various equipment, employing all facets of the product safety lifecycle
• Ensuring that Product Safety standards defined by statutory, business, and customer requirements are observed
• Working effectively as part of a team of Product Safety Engineers across the business

Job Requirements:

• Competence in Product Safety Engineering with a successful track record of delivering a Product Safety Management System (PSMS) within a complex system environment
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and standards (e.g., HASAWA, COSHH, REACh, BS EN 61508, Def Stan 00-056, Def Stan 00-055)
• Degree qualified in a relevant Engineering/Systems/Safety discipline

Desirable:

• CEng or equivalent experience to achieve it in the short-term
• Membership in a relevant industry-wide body, e.g., SCSC, SaRS, IET, IMechE

If you are passionate about safeguarding lives and assets in a high-stakes environment and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative setting, this role is for you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Rugeley.