Senior Product Safety Engineer

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Full‑time

Looking for a Senior Product Safety Engineer with working knowledge within IEC 62368-1 and/or IEC 61010-1 and its collateral. The engineer should be senior enough to demonstrate working knowledge within the standards identified above. The 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.

The 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.

• Require standard knowledge needed in IEC 62368-1 and/or IEC 61010-1.
• IEC 60335-1 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 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 and 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• Minimum 7+ years of product safety experience in testing, inspections, certification laboratory specifically within IEC 62368-1 and IEC 61010-1.
• IEC 60335-1 is a plus.
• 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.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

• 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.

• Able to sit (or stand) for long periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Position is full‑time working Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Santa Clara, CA are encouraged to apply.

• Compensation: $125,000 - $147,000
• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.