Senior Hardware Certification Design and Compliance Engineer

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $178,000 - $213,600 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Certification Engineer to lead regulatory compliance, product certification, and safety evaluation activities for our PLC‑based industrial control products used in hazardous locations (Haz Loc). This role is responsible for ensuring products meet global electrical safety, intrinsic safety, and environmental compliance standards, including CSA C22.2, FM 3600/3610, IECEx/ATEX 60079‑7, IACS E10, G3 environmental requirements, CCCEx, CE, RoHS, etc.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in global conformity assessment, harmonization of standards, test plan development, certification body engagement including audits, and design-for-compliance for industrial automation equipment. What will you do? Regulatory Compliance & Certification Lead global certification programs for PLC and industrial control products in Hazardous Locations. Interpret and apply standards including: CSA C22.2 for electrical safety in Canada FM 3600, FM 3610 (Hazardous Location & Intrinsic Safety) IEC 60079‑7 (Ex e) and related IECEx/ATEX directives UL standards applicable to industrial control equipment CCCEx (China) requirements CE marking, including EMC, LVD, and ATEX RoHS and environmental compliance G3 (ISA‑71.04) corrosion-resistant equipment requirements Prepare, review, and manage technical documentation for submission to NRTLs, Notified Bodies, CBs, and regional authorities.

Develop and execute certification plans, gap assessments, and design reviews. Product Development Support Provide design-for-compliance guidance to engineering teams early in the product lifecycle. Review schematics, PCB layouts, component selection, and mechanical design for compliance with electrical safety and Haz Loc requirements. Define test methods and validation strategies for intrinsic safety, increased safety, and protection against fire protection concepts. Drive changes to ensure compliance with evolving standards and regulatory updates.

Testing & Validation Create and manage test plans, including safety, EMC, environmental, and reliability testing. Oversee internal and external testing for:
Temperature rise Dielectric strength Creepage & clearance Thermal aging Intrinsic safety energy limits Environmental tests (vibration, corrosion, humidity, G3 chemical exposure) Interpret test data and generate compliance reports and engineering justifications. Certification Agency Management Serve as primary contact for agencies such as CSA, FM Approvals, ATEX, IECEx, IACS E10, and CCCEx labs. Coordinate audits, technical meetings, factory inspections, and responses to NCRs / RFAs.

Maintain valid listings, QAR/QAN documentation, and ongoing compliance requirements. Documentation & Quality Systems Prepare Hazardous Location test reports, risk assessments, control drawings, installation instructions, and product marking. Maintain…