Vehicle Safety Engineer - Robotic Systems Development

This position will be part of the Robotic Systems Development (RSD) team within the Central Technology Office (CTO). CTO plays a key role in our organizational structure by bringing together technical expertise and innovation across the KION Group and its Operating Units. RSD explores the cutting-edge robotic technologies we develop and brings innovative solutions to life. Our diverse teams go beyond technology development, providing comprehensive solutions, services, and lifecycle support. We are dedicated to turning the CTO's vision into reality and empowering our Operating Units to deliver revolutionary solutions to our valued customers. This role is part of the KION Group Robotic Systems Development (RSD) Safety Team, a global team with members in Belgium, the US, and China. This is a hybrid position based in Holland, MI. We offer: Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $82,875 - $121,550 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills. Tasks and Qualifications: Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities: Perform and/or support Risk Assessments (RA) for mobile robots, with a focus on AGV systems. Execute system-level Risk Assessments for Mobile Robotics solutions. Identify Safety Functions and required Performance Levels for both the AGV and the overall system. Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA). Collect safety documentation to demonstrate compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., EU Machinery Directive, ANSI standards). Provide safety and compliance support to Operating Units during project execution. Visit customer sites to carry out on-site system Risk Assessments. Additional Responsibilities: Define and document Safety Requirement Specifications (SRS). Verify Performance Levels for safety functions, particularly hardware, using the BGIA Sistema tool. Prepare safety-related content for technical writers. Evaluate safety standards under review and propose improvements. Create or enhance internal KION safety instructions and procedures. Basic Qualifications and skills: Bachelors degree in engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. Minimum 5 years experience in product Risk Assessment processes. Experience with FMEA methodology. Knowledge of US regulatory frameworks, including: OSHA 1910.178 ANSI B11.0, B11.19, B11.26 ANSI B56.5 UL583 FCC regulations Proven ability to lead and facilitate Risk Assessment meetings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and integration-related applications. Strong understanding of safety standards and ability to translate requirements into clear instructions for stakeholders. Fluent in English; additional languages a plus. Preferred Qualifications and skills: Masters degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. B11 LMSS or CMSE® (Certified Machinery Safety Expert) or CECE® certifications. Experience with IBF Safexpert software. Knowledge of European Standard frameworks (e.g. Machine Directive, ISO 12100:2012, ISO 13849-1:20223) Knowledge ISO 3691-4:2020 and related ISO 3691 standards. Proficiency in functional safety tools and techniques. Understanding of electrical and hydraulic control systems. Travel Requirements: Occasional national and international travel to customer site. Occasional national and international travel to KION sites. KION brands keep the world moving globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team Push it forward.