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Change the world. Love your job.We are seeking a highly skilled Functional Safety Engineer/Lead to join our Application-Specific Microcontrollers (ASM) Business Unit at Texas Instruments. The ASM BU develops advanced microcontroller solutions for safety-critical applications, with a primary focus on automotive and industrial markets. Our portfolio includes high-performance MCUs designed for ADAS, body electronics, powertrain control, industrial automation, and motor control applications.The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in functional safety standards and practices, with a proven track record in developing safety-critical systems for the semiconductor industry. This role requires strong coordination skills to manage 3P assessments (TÜV SÜD and similar certification bodies) and to lead cross-functional teams in developing Functional Safety work packages in accordance with project FuSa plans.Technical Expertise:Practising knowledge of ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 standardsProven experience in coordinating functional safety assessments with 3P assessors (TÜV SÜD, TÜV Rheinland, or equivalent certification bodies)Strong track record of coordinating cross-functional teams to develop FuSa work packages according to Functional Safety PlansExpert-level proficiency in developing safety collaterals, including:FMEDA (Failure Modes, Effects and Diagnostic Analysis)FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)Safety Plan and Safety Concept developmentSafety Case documentationFault-Injection analysisDemonstrated ability to calculate safety metrics:SPFM (Single Point Fault Metric)LFM (Latent Fault Metric)FIT (Failures in Time)Strong knowledge of safety architecture for microcontroller ASICs/SoCsProfessional Skills:Excellent external stakeholder communication skills, particularly with 3P assessors and certification bodiesStrong cross-functional team coordination and leadership abilitiesProven ability to manage multiple work streams and drive deliverables to completionExperience in facilitating technical reviews and achieving consensus across diverse teamsAnalytical problem-solving mindsetAttention to detail and commitment to qualityMinimum Qualifications:7 to 12 years of relevant experience in semiconductor functional safetyFunctional Safety Certified Professional (e.g., TÜV Certified Functional Safety Professional)10+ years of semiconductor industry experienceExperience with ISO 21434 (Automotive Cybersecurity) standardPractising knowledge of ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 standardsProven experience in coordinating functional safety assessments with 3P assessors (TÜV SÜD, TÜV Rheinland, or equivalent certification bodies)Develop FuSa work packages according to Functional Safety Plans