Date Posted:

2024-10-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

OT494: 5FS - Farmington, CT 5 Farm Springs, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA

Job Title 

Functional Safety Manager

Role Overview: 

We are seeking a talented Functional Software Manager to join our dynamic development team at Otis Elevator Co. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to support the development of programmable electronic safety systems. The ideal candidate will possess robust embedded system design skills and hold functional safety accreditation based on IEC 61508 or ISO 26262 standards. The position is advertised out of Farmington, CT, but a remote working arrangement could be considered for the right candidate.

On a typical day you will: 

Oversee the entire safety life cycle for the development of safety systems in elevator control systems.Act as the primary point of contact and manage communications with the notified body during the certification of SIL rated devices.Lead the team in analyzing hardware and software designs for potential hazards using techniques such as FMEA, FMEDA, and risk assessment.Lead the team in the generation and review of all necessary documents during the safety life cycle.Review test plans to ensure adherence to relevant standards.Collaborate with global cross-functional development teams throughout the product life cycle.Keep abreast of relevant safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508).This is a global role and may require occasional travel (<10%).

What You Will Need to be Successful: 

Possess an engineering degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.Have at least 5 years of experience in functional safety.Demonstrate proficiency in IEC 61508 or ISO 26262.Exhibit a solid understanding of embedded controller hardware and software architectures.Have direct experience working with a notified body or regulating authority.Function safety expert certification (preferred)

If you are passionate about functional safety and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of elevator safety systems at Otis Elevator Co. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to our website or reach out directly to our HR department. Thank you for considering a career with Otis Elevator Co.!

Apply today to join us and build what’s next! 

 

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Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.2 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.  

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 69,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.  

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.  

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.   

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