TÜV SÜD America

Product Safety Engineer

San Diego, CA
Full Time
PS
Experienced

Position Summary: 

The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $65,000-$125,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.

At TÜV SÜD America, we are passionate about technology, people, and the environment. For over 150 years, our employee’s contributions and enthusiasm have been essential to the success of our business. Our commitment is to invest in our employees as well as to hire, develop, and engage the best talent to help us continue to build our team. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where all levels of employees are inspired to learn, grow, and be empowered to achieve both their professional as well as personal goals.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Safety Engineer to join our Product Service division in San Diego, CA. This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and compliance of various products through rigorous testing and evaluation.

This position is an onsite, fulltime, exempt position in San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities:

- Act as a Senior Safety Engineer, conducting inspections, tests, and conformity assessments of products using international and national regulations.

- Prepare and deliver Certificates, Test Reports, and Technical Reports to clients.

- Develop and execute test plans, analyze client input, and determine testing requirements.

- Operate standard test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multi-meters, dielectric strength testers, and environmental condition chambers.

- Perform comprehensive construction reviews and document findings in accordance with relevant Product Safety Standards (60950-1, 60950-22, 60529, 62368-1, 61010 series, 60335-1 series, 60825-1)

- Maintain accurate and timely test documentation and ensure proper calibration and functioning of all test equipment.

- Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, providing quotes, technical feedback and information regarding standards and test procedures and technical recommendations to achieve compliance and certification.

- Ensure the confidentiality of customers, tested products, and relevant internal information is maintained

- Stay up-to-date with the latest design theories, product standards, test procedures, and technology through continuous learning and training.

- Participate in customer kick-off meetings and audits (internal/external) as part of the regional product safety team.

- Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

- Travel as needed to conduct or witness tests at client sites.

Qualification

Education and Experience:

- University Degree in Electrical / Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical / Engineering Technology, or a related field from an ABET accredited program.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in product safety engineering or a related field.

- In-depth knowledge of IEC and UL standards, OSHA’s NRTL Program, and the IECEE’s CB Scheme.

Preferred: 

- Experience with medical product safety standards.

- Previous experience in a leadership or senior engineering role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Strong technical writing skills for preparing detailed technical reports.

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

- Willingness to travel as required.

Additional information

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran

TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the following: Labor Law 2025

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