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Tracy Bryant
Recruitment Partner Consultant at Van Storm
Job summary:
Tasks: performing functional safety analyses for a designated part of the project
Projects: complex defense & security vessels
Company: naval shipbuilder, part of global shipbuilding group
Main requirements: knowledge of functional safety philosophies and risk management of technical system performance
Your opportunity
As a Functional Safety Engineer, you will work on complex safety programs from concept through delivery, interfacing directly with design authorities and end clients. You’ll impact critical decisions, ensure compliance with stringent standards, and contribute to systems protecting national and international security interests.
What you will do
- Conduct hazard analyses (HAZOP, FTA, FMEA) to identify risks in naval systems early in development
- Ensure compliance with international safety standards such as IEC 61508 and MIL-Std-882E
- Develop and apply risk mitigation strategies to enhance system safety
- Maintain clear, traceable documentation using a defined risk matrix
- Collaborate with engineers to integrate safety requirements into system designs
- Define and manage system safety requirements specific to naval vessels
- Serve as the primary contact for internal and external safety-related matters
- Promote safety culture through training, awareness, and knowledge sharing
- Drive improvements in safety processes across the department
- Ensure strict adherence to HSSEQ and IMED policies
Where you will work
This close client of ours is the leading Dutch developer and builder of marine defense systems. With a strong engineering and yard team, they are delivering world-class complex naval ships to navies around the world. In the current geopolitical climate, the organization is expanding significantly and providing excellent opportunities for professional growth.
- New technologies galore: state-of-the-art naval technology, digital twinning, virtual reality, and more!
- Well-established shipyard with a long-lasting track record, part of a global shipbuilding group
- Excellent market outlook: order book filled way into the 2030s and still more projects expected
- Cooperating with knowledgeable colleagues, learning and sharing insights
What you already have
- BSc. or MSc. degree in the relevant technical field
- System safety engineering experience, ideally in shipbuilding or naval defense
- Knowledge of safety analysis methods and standards (IEC 61508, MIL-Std-882E, Machine Directive)
- Solid grasp of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficient in MS Office and requirements management tools
- Fluent in English; both written and spoken
- Strong references; security screening applies
- EU citizenship and passport required—no dual or non-EU nationalities eligible due to project restrictions
- Available for full-time in the Rotterdam Area or Vlissingen
Your benefits
- 40 paid holidays per year for an excellent work-life balance
- Salary based on expertise starting from 60K gross per year
- Covered commuting and interviewing costs
- Business Travel Insurance
- Basic Dutch course
- Access to social gatherings, lectures, and events. We also offer you a 1-year membership of KNVTS, Royal Dutch Association of Marine Engineers.
- Housing search support and registration provided by Van Storm
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