Sr. Product Safety Engineer

Job Description

Summary of duties:

Looking for Senior Product Safety Engineer that has working knowledge within (IEC 60335-1 & IEC 62368-1). The engineer should be senior enough to demonstrate working knowledge within the standards identified above. Senior product safety engineer will also be required to support other engineers on their projects, sales staff, and customers as needed. Project scoping and quoting will be part of the requirements. Senior engineer should be able to work independently with minimal help/guidance on a variety of products to the requirements of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.

Employee Standards:

• Support department objectives and company goals

• Be a team player.

• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times.

• Accommodate requests with a smile and “let me see what I can do” attitude.

• Adhere to manager directives.

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

• Arrive on time, properly dressed and prepared to work.

• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest and professional manner.

Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Require standard knowledge needed in IEC 60335-1 & IEC 62368-1.

• IEC 61010-1 is plus but not required.

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).

• Test products in accordance with standards and requirements. Core tests include, but are not limited to power input, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, stability, mechanical hazards, flammability, abnormal and single fault, IP testing and others as applicable per project and compliance requirements.

• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.

• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing and project execution & also able to set up test plans.

• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.

• Train and mentor less senior technical staff.

• Support sales in project communication with customers

a. Attend product reviews to provide technical support.

b. Answer technical questions.

• Review technical reports & Test plans.

• Be able to manage multiple projects.

• For this position the senior product engineer can at times work from Home on their projects if no activity is needed for senior engineer to be in the lab.

Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree – Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience.

• At least 7+ years of product safety experience in Testing inspections certification laboratory specifically within IEC 60335-1 & IEC 62368-1.

• Must have TIC experience.

• Should have the ability to review projects as technical reviewer.

• The ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 20%.

• Able to go locally to client sites for any testing when needed.

• A valid driver's license is required.

Reporting:

This position reports directly to Santa Clara, CA Department manager.

Skills/Requirements:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Needs to be receptive to and accepting guidance from others.

• Ability to deal with difficult people and problems.

• Able to work well in a team environment.

• Able to work in a diverse group of people.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.

• Professional appearance.

• Willing to travel.

Physical Demands:

• Able to sit (or stand) for long periods of time.

• Able to lift up to 30 pound

Skills and Requirements

MUST HAVES: 5+ years of experience Working knowledge in IE 60335-1 & IEC 62368 Can test a product A-Z TIC experience On-site M-F Great communication

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].