Safety Engineer (Mechanical / Machinery)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!!