Electrical Product Safety Engineer 1

TÜV SÜD; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks)

Health plans (medical, dental, vision)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance programs

Generous paid time off

Job summary

TÜV SÜD America Inc. in the United States seeks an Electrical Product Safety Test Engineer to support testing, evaluation, and certification of electrical and electronic products to national and international safety standards.

You will collaborate with customers, laboratory teams, and engineers to ensure compliance while gaining exposure to evolving technologies. Responsibilities include performing safety tests, reviewing documentation, maintaining records, and communicating findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in electrical product safety testing, compliance engineering, or a related laboratory environment.
• Working knowledge of electrical product safety standards such as IEC/UL 62368-1, 61010-1, 60601-1, 60335-1, or similar standards.
• Experience using laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, hipot testers, leakage current testers, environmental chambers, and multimeters.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform product safety testing and evaluations for electrical and electronic products in accordance with applicable national and international standards.
• Conduct routine testing activities, including leakage current, dielectric strength, temperature, abnormal operation, stability, mechanical, and flammability evaluations.
• Support product assessments and component evaluations to standards including IEC/UL/CSA/EN 62368-1, 61010-1, 60601-1, 60335-1, and related requirements.
• Review technical documentation such as schematics, bills of materials, user manuals, construction details, and engineering drawings to support compliance investigations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate test records, engineering notes, and technical reports under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Communicate project status, technical findings, and compliance requirements with customers and internal project teams.
• Support laboratory operations through test setup preparation, calibration coordination, equipment maintenance, and ISO/IEC 17025 quality system activities.
• Participate in technical training and professional development related to product safety standards, certification processes, and testing methodologies.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects involving consumer electronics, laboratory equipment, industrial products, EV charging systems, energy storage technologies, and emerging products.

Skills

Electrical engineering degree

2-5 years exp

Electrical safety standards knowledge

Lab instrumentation experience

Analytical & communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power analyzers

Hipot testers

Leakage current testers

Environmental chambers

Multimeters

Job description

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

Electrical Product Safety Test Engineer

Location: United States

Business Unit: Product Services

Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid based on business needs

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel: Occasional travel to customer or TÜV SÜD facilities may be required

Your Tasks

As an Electrical Product Safety Test Engineer, you will support the testing, evaluation, and certification of electrical and electronic products to national and international safety standards. Working closely with customers, laboratory teams, and senior engineers, you will help ensure products meet applicable regulatory and certification requirements while gaining exposure to a broad range of emerging technologies.

• Perform product safety testing and evaluations for electrical and electronic products in accordance with applicable national and international standards.
• Conduct routine testing activities, including leakage current, dielectric strength, temperature, abnormal operation, stability, mechanical, and flammability evaluations.
• Support product assessments and component evaluations to standards including IEC/UL/CSA/EN 62368-1, 61010-1, 60601-1, 60335-1, and related requirements.
• Review technical documentation such as schematics, bills of materials, user manuals, construction details, and engineering drawings to support compliance investigations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate test records, engineering notes, and technical reports under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Communicate project status, technical findings, and compliance requirements with customers and internal project teams.
• Support laboratory operations through test setup preparation, calibration coordination, equipment maintenance, and ISO/IEC 17025 quality system activities.
• Participate in technical training and professional development related to product safety standards, certification processes, and testing methodologies.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects involving consumer electronics, laboratory equipment, industrial products, EV charging systems, energy storage technologies, and emerging products.

Your Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in electrical product safety testing, compliance engineering, or a related laboratory environment.
• Working knowledge of electrical product safety standards such as IEC/UL 62368-1, 61010-1, 60601-1, 60335-1, or similar standards.
• Experience using laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, hipot testers, leakage current testers, environmental chambers, and multimeters.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced technical environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical reporting software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of certification programs including NRTL, CE Marking, CB Scheme, and international approval requirements.
• Experience supporting product certification and regulatory compliance programs.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environments.
• Experience working with consumer electronics, industrial products, medical devices, EV charging systems, or energy storage products.
• Knowledge of global market access and product compliance requirements.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and supporting technical project delivery.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader in testing, inspection, and certification services.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and evolving global regulatory requirements.
• Hands‑on training and mentorship from experienced product safety and compliance engineers.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative environment that encourages learning, technical excellence, and innovation.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• A strong commitment to employee well‑being, quality, and safety.

Additional Information

Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid based on business needs

Location: United States

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to customer locations or TÜV SÜD facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated annual base pay range for this full‑time position is $70,000 - $100,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include an annual incentive opportunity, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability coverage, employee assistance programs, and generous paid time off.

This position may require occasional lifting or movement of equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and the ability to perform laboratory testing activities for extended periods. The work environment includes laboratory settings with moderate noise levels and exposure to energized test equipment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow professionally.

TÜV SÜD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity 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.

Work Area: Manufacturing, Consumer Products & Food

Country/Region: United States

Job Location: San Diego

Working Model : Onsite

Employment Type: Full time / regular

Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.

Org Unit Code: SD-ELS

Requisition ID: 8020