Functional Safety Specialist

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Magnit Direct Sourcing on behalf of Toyota is currently hiring a Functional Safety Specialist for a temporary assignment in Liberty, North Carolina.

This is a 12‑month contract position. Pay range: $85/hr – $105/hr benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.

• Develop detailed area project plans and schedules
• Audit Safety Control Systems (SCS) for compliance to ISO 13849 and ANSI B11
• Identify and document non‑conformities within SCS designs
• Design and verify countermeasures to achieve target control category and performance levels
• Develop schedules with deliverables, milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators
• Manage a 3rd Party consultant group by milestones, concerns, and key performance indicators
• Lead cross‑functional communication and collaboration to ensure issue resolution
• Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and stakeholders
• Audit SCS design modifications to ensure correlation with intended design
• Support the Control Reliability team through mentorship and technical coaching
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and implementation as needed
• Demonstrate a positive, team‑oriented attitude and contribute to cross‑functional success

• Functional Safety Certification, such as TÜV Functional Safety Engineer or equivalent
• Certification credentials included with resume
• 5+ years of experience in functional safety engineering within industrial or automation sectors and Technical Associate’s Degree or higher in a related discipline
• In‑depth knowledge of ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11, and other relevant standards
• Demonstrated technical problem‑solving and countermeasure implementation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
• Safety PLC programming experience, including the ability to read, interpret, modify, and configure logic
• Experience with PLC/SPLC communication protocols and system integration
• Availability to support weekends, off‑shifts, and holidays as required
• Ability to work during scheduled shutdowns (July and December)
• Capability to navigate large industrial facilities: standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and kneeling as needed
• Ability to safely lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds

• Experience with risk assessment tools
• FMEA/FMEDA methodologies
• Proficiency with one or more Safety PLC platforms, including:
  • Allen‑Bradley Guard Logix
  • Omron – Sysmac (Safety)
  • Keyence – GC Configurator
  • Toyopuc – PCWin Safe
  • Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7 (Safety)

Talented, dedicated people are an integral part of our mission to build the best workforce, working together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. We are always on the lookout for diverse, driven, and collaborative talent interested in performing contract work for Toyota.

Magnit is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Work Authorization:
Green Card, US Citizen. Preferred years of experience: 5 years.

Travel required:

25% or less. Shift timings: 9 AM to 5 PM.

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