About this role
1. Mission
As a System Engineer focusing on Functional Safety for ADAS ECU development, you will drive safety-oriented system design based on customer requirements and ISO 26262. You will work closely with global teams in Germany, India, and Vietnam, while contributing to the development of Functional Safety competence in Japan.
2. Key Responsibilities
Analyze, define, and maintain system and safety requirements for ADAS ECU projectsBreak down Safety Goals and Safety Requirements to system, hardware, and software levelsCreate or support Functional Safety Concepts and Technical Safety ConceptsPerform or support safety analyses such as HARA, FMEA, FTA, and FMEDADrive safety-oriented design based on QM and ASIL A-D understandingIdentify potential faults considering systematic and random faults, and define suitable measuresContribute to technical discussions on SPFM, LFM, PMHF, FTTI / MPFDTI, and Diagnostic CoverageClarify specifications and resolve technical issues with customers, system test, HW, and SW teamsSupport Functional Safety Assessments, audits, and Safety Case preparationIn the future, contribute to internal FuSa training and knowledge sharing within the Japan team. Required Qualifications
Experience in system development or automotive developmentGood communication skills with customers and global engineering teamsProblem-solving mindset and willingness to learn proactivelyBusiness-level JapaneseMotivation to read technical documents and explain technical topics in EnglishPreferred Qualifications
Experience or basic knowledge of ISO 26262-based developmentUnderstanding of Safety Goals, Safety Requirements, and ASILExperience with HARA, FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, SWSA, or DFAKnowledge of ADAS, automotive ECUs, SoCs, AUTOSAR, or embedded softwareKnowledge of in-vehicle communication such as CAN-FD, Ethernet, or PCIeExperience with Enterprise Architect, codebeamer, IBM DOORS, or similar tools What Makes This Role Attractive
Build deep expertise in Functional Safety and system engineering through advanced ADAS ECU projectsAct as a bridge between Japanese customers and global engineering teamsContribute directly to building Functional Safety competence in Japan during the team ramp-up phasePotential career paths include Safety Lead, System Architect, and Technical Project ManagerWorking location: Headquarters (Yokohama-city, Tsuzuki-ku)
Scope of change: location and duties as defined by the company