Kalmar · 2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Safety Engineer
Ottawa, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
4+ years expKalmar is a company focused on transforming global trade through innovative solutions. The Principal Systems Safety Engineer will support the development and certification of safety processes for Terminal Tractors, ensuring compliance and safety throughout the product lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Own the functional safety concept for our automated terminal tractor platform:
Lead safety case development for compliance with all related standards
Perform and oversee safety analyses such as HARA, FMEA, FTA, and FMEDA with engineering teams and suppliers
Validate and verify that safety systems meet all specified requirements and performance levels
Act as the authority on safety-critical decisions — including the power to mandate design changes
Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, software, and validation teams to ensure end-to-end system safety
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for the safety of autonomous systems, with a deep focus on UL 4600 and ISO 26262
Develop and maintain a safety case for autonomous products in accordance with UL 4600
Apply the principles of ISO 26262 to the functional safety of electrical and electronic (E/E) systems
Coordinate with 3rd party certifying agencies by preparing all necessary documentation for external safety certification
Create and maintain comprehensive safety documentation, including safety manuals, risk assessment reports, and technical files
Develop and implement a safety requirements traceability matrix to link safety requirements to design, validation, and verification activities
Manage version control and change management processes for all safety-related documentation
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Equivalent
4+ years of proven experience in machinery safety engineering or a related field
Demonstrated experience in applying UL 4600 and ISO 26262
Experience taking ASIL-B+ systems through HARA and FMEDA development
Experience performing or reviewing HARA, FMEDA, FMEA, and fault trees
Comfortable working with requirements management tools (e.g. Jama, DOORS, Jira/Confluence)
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail
Proficiency in using documentation tools and software (e.g., Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Confluence)
Strong understanding of requirements engineering principles and methodologies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Fluent in English both spoken and written
Preferred
Mobile equipment experience is a plus
Experience with requirement management tools is a plus
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to mobile equipment is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare options
Matching 401K
Performance based annual bonus system
3 weeks paid time off
11 holidays
Company
Kalmar
Kalmar provides cargo handling solutions and services to ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$210.11M2024-12-13Post Ipo Debt· $210.11M
2024-07-05IPO
Leadership Team
Karri Keskinen
Head of Global Sales, Horizontal Transportation
Recent News
2025-12-22
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