Functional Safety Engineer

Position Overview

Monolithic Power Systems (MPS), a global leader in power management semiconductors, is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer to support our rapidly growing automotive and industrial business. Reporting directly to the Functional Safety Manager, you will help define and implement safety architectures for our next-generation power portfolio targeted at applications such as ADAS, Battery Management, Powertrain, and more. Join us in a role that offers collaboration with colleagues and customers across the US, Europe, and Asia, and work in a cutting-edge, fast-paced environment. Location: Detroit, MI.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect hardware solutions to ensure product compliance with applicable safety standards such as ISO26262 and IEC61508.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (technical marketing, design, quality, etc.) to derive functional safety requirements in line with state-of-the-art automotive standards.
• Oversee and own the implementation of ISO26262 documentation within JAMA.
• Perform safety analyses, including DFA, FMEDA, and FTA.
• Support safety assessments alongside 3rd party assessors and partner with technical marketing engineers to develop mutually agreeable design specifications.
• Participate in ISO 26262 standards conferences and support occasional domestic and international travel (5-10%).

Required Qualifications

• Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal IC's and the functional safety relevant IC product development process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams across regions.
• Strong time management skills ensuring timely project delivery in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to take initiative and drive results.
• Experience or familiarity with ISO26262 or IEC61508 is a plus, as are automotive or industrial applications and MCU/sensor development.
• BS or MS degree with 4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, System Engineering, or Automotive Engineering.

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.