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