Safety Engineer / Chartered Engineer - CONTRACT

Safety Engineer (Mechanical / Machinery / Chartered Engineer) Bristol | 6-Month Contract | Outside IR35 I am currently recruiting on behalf of a high-tech engineering company that is at the forefront of innovation in complex system design. We're looking for an experienced Safety Engineer with a solid foundation in machine safety and mechanical/electrical engineering to join their multidisciplinary team for a 6-month contract based in Bristol. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading the safety integration of sophisticated mechanical and electrical systems within a highly collaborative engineering environment. * Driving the safety management process, ensuring all designs are both safe and compliant with system performance requirements. * Applying in-depth knowledge of the Machinery Directive (including Annex I and Annex VII) to ensure all equipment meets health and safety regulations. * Conducting FMEA, hazard identification, and risk assessments to mitigate design-related risks. * Reviewing and advising on design suitability from a safety and regulatory perspective. * Compiling and managing Technical Files, and liaising with Notified Bodies to support Type Approval processes. * Producing compliant instructions for use and related safety documentation. What We’re Looking For: * Chartered Engineer * Design engineering background * A senior-level Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with a proven track record in machine safety * Mechanical design background * Strong knowledge of multidisciplinary engineering (mechanical, electrical, control/instrumentation, software). * Hands-on experience with Machinery Directive compliance, safety protocols, and technical documentation. * Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions and with external regulators. Please apply for immediate consideration

Location: Long Ashton, GB

Posted Date: 5/13/2025