Job Description

Reliable. Trusted. Safety-focused. These are a few words to describe Hepburn Engineering's systems, staff and work culture. These are also a few of the key traits we're looking for in our new Functional Safety Engineer / Specialist. Learn more about this exciting opportunity below!

Hepburn Engineering Inc. is a medium sized, highly-skilled engineering firm located in Toronto, ON (Etobicoke). We design and supply safe, reliable 'hoists and winches' to the mining industry, and 'replenishment-at-sea' equipment to blue water navies all around the world.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead/support the functional safety activities relating to the development and maintenance of Hepburn Engineering Inc.'s (HEI) equipment and systems. As a member of the Engineering team, the Functional Safety Engineer / Specialist will collaborate cross-functionally with domain experts to ensure delivery of the company's functional safety projects, initiatives and related short and long-term goals.

Our ideal Functional Safety expert will:

Be a system-level thinker, with strong collaboration and communication skills. Develop system and software architecture documentation for existing solutions as required to meet functional safety standards Define relevant safety requirements and/or test specifications, as needed. Develops documentation and related deliverables as part of the functional safety system lifecycle. Work in collaboration with design engineers, quality assurance and other functions to advance critical functional safety initiatives and improvement opportunities. Bring proven project management skills, with an ability to partner with and influence internal and external project stakeholders, experts and consultants. Have knowledge of Safety Integrity Level (SIL).

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. Holds a relevant Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and/or a Functional Safety designation. Knowledge of systems engineering and the ability to apply it in a multi-disciplinary environment. A minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience in functional safety standards and certification(s). Experience in the application of IEC 61508, IEC 62061 and ISO 13849 strongly preferred. Familiarity with Safety Analysis methods: Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Dependent Failure Analysis (DFA). Strong project/program management skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their CV/resume, with a covering letter, to the attention of the Director, Human Resources at: HR@hepeng.com

No agencies or search firms please

A few more things about us...

we are a proud Canadian business, and we care deeply about our people who deliver safe and trusted engineering systems and solutions to our valued customers globally. We are located in a modern, state-of-the-art office near Bloor/Islington intersection and all major highways and transit hubs. We have a very competitive compensation, bonus and benefits program, as well as a commitment to company socials and community involvement.

NOTE:

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Company events Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you legally authorized to work in Canada? Do you have a minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience in functional safety standards and certifications? Do you have an active functional safety certification or designation?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-09