Junior Product Safety Engineer

TUV SUD America; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training and mentorship

Exposure to innovative technologies

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Join TUV SUD America as a Junior Electrical Safety Engineer, supporting safety testing for electrical and medical products. You will work under senior engineers on standards like IEC/UL/CSA and help document test results and technical reports.

You'll gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, participate in ISO/IEC 17025 processes, and collaborate across teams on consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and EV charging systems. Onsite, full-time position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in electrical product safety testing, compliance engineering, product certification, or a related laboratory environment.
• Basic knowledge of IEC/UL/CSA 62368-1, 60601-1, 61010-1, 60335-1, or similar standards.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, hipot testers, leakage current testers, environmental chambers, and multimeters.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support product safety evaluations and testing activities for electrical and medical products.
• Perform routine electrical safety testing, including input, leakage current, dielectric strength, temperature, abnormal operation, stability, mechanical, and flammability evaluations.
• Assist with product assessments and component evaluations at client and TUV SUD facilities in accordance with standards such as EN/IEC/UL/CSA 62368-1, 60601-1, 61010-1, 60335-1, and related requirements.
• Review technical documentation, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), user manuals, and product construction details to support compliance investigations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate test data, engineering records, and technical reports under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Communicate project status, testing requirements, and technical findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support laboratory operations, including test setup preparation, calibration coordination, equipment maintenance, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 quality requirements.
• Participate in technical training and professional development activities related to product safety standards, testing methodologies, and certification programs.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on emerging technologies, including consumer electronics, laboratory equipment, industrial equipment, EV charging systems, and energy storage products.

Skills

Electrical engineering background

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Biomedical)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power analyzers

Hipot testers

Leakage testers

Environmental chambers

Multimeters

Job description

At TUV SUD Group 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 TUV SUD Group.

Junior Electrical Safety Engineer

Your Tasks

• Support product safety evaluations and testing activities for electrical and medical products in accordance with applicable national and international standards.
• Perform routine electrical safety testing, including input, leakage current, dielectric strength, temperature, abnormal operation, stability, mechanical, and flammability evaluations.
• Assist with product assessments and component evaluations at client and TUV SUD facilities in accordance with standards such as EN/IEC/UL/CSA 62368-1, 60601-1, 61010-1, 60335-1, and related requirements.
• Review technical documentation, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), user manuals, and product construction details to support compliance investigations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate test data, engineering records, and technical reports under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Communicate project status, testing requirements, and technical findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support laboratory operations, including test setup preparation, calibration coordination, equipment maintenance, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 quality requirements.
• Participate in technical training and professional development activities related to product safety standards, testing methodologies, and certification programs.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on emerging technologies, including consumer electronics, laboratory equipment, industrial equipment, EV charging systems, and energy storage products.

Your Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in electrical product safety testing, compliance engineering, product certification, or a related laboratory environment.
• Basic knowledge of electrical product safety standards, including IEC/UL/CSA 62368-1, 60601-1, 61010-1, 60335-1, or similar standards.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, hipot testers, leakage current testers, environmental chambers, and multimeters.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of certification processes including NRTL, CE Marking, CB Scheme, or other international product approval programs.
• Hands-on laboratory testing experience through internships, co-ops, university projects, or prior professional experience.
• Experience preparing technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in product safety testing, inspection, and certification.
• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced product safety and compliance engineers.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and evolving global regulatory requirements.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.
• Career development opportunities within product safety, certification, and compliance engineering.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being, workplace safety, and technical excellence.
• Meaningful work that helps ensure products are safe, reliable, and compliant for global markets.

Additional Information

• Work Location: Onsite
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Travel: Occasional travel to client sites or other TUV SUD locations as needed.
• Work Environment: Laboratory setting with moderate noise levels and exposure to energized test equipment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, sit, and perform laboratory testing activities for extended periods.

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 role requires the ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally, perform laboratory testing activities for extended periods, and travel occasionally to client or TUV SUD sites.

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.

TUV SUD 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

TUV SUD 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.