Product Safety Certifier - Healthcare

CSA Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading certification organization in Toronto is seeking a Level III Certifier. The successful candidate will make technical decisions, handle complex certification projects, and prepare documentation while mentoring junior staff. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of experience is required, alongside knowledge of CSA and IEC standards. The role offers an opportunity to make impactful decisions while maintaining safety and compliance within a dynamic lab environment.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of experience or Engineering Technologist diploma.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and calibration procedures.
• Experience with CSA/IEC Series 61010 and/or 60601 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and cleanliness in the lab.
• Handles complex certification projects.
• Prepares certification reports and related documentation.
• Mentors junior staff and provides assistance to CU reps.
• Conducts auditing for CSA programs.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation

Experience with laboratory and test measurement equipment

Understanding of CSA, UL, and IEC Standards

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Certified Engineering Technologist/Technician

Job description

Employment Status: Regular Time; Type: Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from everyday household items to leading edge technology to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary

Makes technical decisions based on knowledge, training and experience to maintain the integrity of the CSA Mark. The Level III Certifier applies their theoretical knowledge, practical knowledge and practical experience to independently resolve certification problems. Knowledge of all areas of Certification and Testing, such as exposure to laboratory testing, field services and customer visits. Completes edits and reviews technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintains good housekeeping, taking care of safety and using PPE at all times.
• The Level III Certifier is given complex projects. These projects increase in difficulty as the Certifier develops. Uses a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques, operating procedures and divisional quality documents in responding to problems and client enquiries. Resolves technical issues to determine the appropriate interpretation of technical requirements within the assigned area of responsibility. Prepares work orders for the test programs, with assistance if required, and collaborates with Lab Staff to determine applicable tests. Prepares certification reports, Certificate of Compliance and other related CSA documentation.
• Performs witness testing at clients or third party facility for certification. Provides client with assistance in solving problems/failures without divulging proprietary information. Auditing for SMT, CPC and other CSA programs as required.
• Auditing for CSA programs as required.
• Mentors junior staff.
• Support CU reps in quoting and developing potential business.
• Provides high quality certification services which meets the clients’ needs in the most efficient and effective manner possible.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years or equivalent of related experience or Engineering Technologist/Technician diploma or
• Certified Engineering Technologist/ Technician, Licensed Trades with 8 years or equivalent industry experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, including operating principles and calibration procedures, as well as general laboratory procedures.
• Experience working with Laboratory and Test Measurement equipment standards and testing procedures is an asset.
• Knowledge of CSA, UL and IEC Standards.
• Experience working with CSA/IEC Series 61010 and/or 60601 is preferred.

Work Environment

• Normal office & lab environment.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently deal with multiple projects, conflicting timelines & changing priorities.
• Maintaining effective communication with clients.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• May require lifting of samples into sample test areas.

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require accommodation in the interview process.