Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)

Overview

Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3) We are looking for a well-rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with 8+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry to lead and drive Automotive IC products to achieve ISO 26262 functional safety compliance at ASIL D. The ideal candidate has a solid track record of independently managing safety projects through successful certification and brings strong knowledge of ASPICE Level 3 process development. This role will be a hands-on technical leader, ensuring safety compliance across the full IC lifecycle, conducting audits and assessments, and serving as the primary point of contact for safety-related concerns with OEMs, Tier 1 customers, and partners. This position is located in Canada - Remote.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end functional safety activities for Automotive ICs in compliance with ISO 26262 (ASIL D).

Define, implement, and maintain Safety Plans, Safety Concepts, FMEDA, Safety Manuals, and Safety Cases.

Implement System Element out of context (SEooC), Assumption of Use (AoU) approach and derive safety goals with ASIL decomposition strategies.

Drive technical safety architecture definition for digital, analog, and mixed-signal ICs, including design and verification of safety mechanisms (ECC, lockstep CPUs, watchdogs, voltage/clock monitors).

Perform and lead FMEA, FMEDA, and FTA analyses ensuring ASIL metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF) are satisfied.

Independently conduct Functional Safety Audits, Confirmation Measures, Assessments, and Reviews.

Collaborate with internal design, verification, and software teams to ensure freedom from interference and safe partitioning of ASIL vs. QM functions.

Partner with OEMs, Tier 1 customers, and external assessors to address safety issues, support audits, and resolve concerns.

Perform HW evaluation on non-compliance Ips (internal and external based).

Support ASPICE Level 3 process development, ensuring alignment of functional safety with broader quality and process frameworks.

Mentor junior functional safety engineers and help shape best practices across the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.

8+ years of experience in Semiconductor development, specifically Automotive ICs.

Proven record of leading functional safety projects independently through ASIL D certification.

Strong knowledge of ISO 26262 (Part 2–11) and related standards.

Past involvement in ASPICE Level 3 infrastructure and process development.

Deep hands-on experience with:

FMEA, FMEDA, FTA

Fault injection testing and safety metrics analysis

Safety mechanism design and verification

Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, Polarion) and safety analysis tools.

Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with OEMs, Tier 1s, certification bodies, and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

Background in digital/analog/mixed-signal SoC design.

HW/SW tool evaluation and classification.

Strong knowledge of ASPICE (up to Level 3) and Cyber Security (ISO/SAE 21434).

Experience with external audits and assessor engagement (e.g., TÜV, Exida, UL).

Understanding of automotive standards and tools such as IATF 16949, AEC-Q100, PPAP, APQP and five core automotive tools.

Personal Skills

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Attention to detail.

Collaboration across multidisciplinary and international teams.

What You Can Expect from Ethernovia

Technology depth and breadth expansion not typically found in a large company.

Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows.

Pre-IPO stock options.

Cutting-edge technology and a world-class team.

Competitive base salary and flexible hours.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.

Flexible vacation time and paid parental leave.

Salary Range

The annual salary range for this position is 140,000 CAD - 200,000 CAD, with the actual offer varying by location, qualifications, and experience. The compensation package may include pre-IPO ISO options in addition to base salary and benefits.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

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