Product Safety Engineer 1

TÜV SÜD; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision

Paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

TÜV SÜD America Inc. is seeking a Product Safety Engineer to lead safety testing programs for electrical products.

You will define project scope, plan tests, and coordinate resources while ensuring compliance with EN/IEC/UL standards at both TÜV SÜD facilities and customer sites. The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in safety testing, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in electrical product safety testing in a lab or testing environment.
• Strong knowledge of national/international safety standards and certification.
• Experience performing evaluations, assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Clear written and verbal communication with customers and technical teams.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, requirements, test plans, schedules, and resources.
• Conduct product assessments, evaluations, and safety testing at facilities and at customer sites.
• Evaluate products against EN/IEC/UL standards and related safety requirements.
• Perform technical file reviews and assess docs, manufacturing processes, and construction for compliance.
• Prepare technical reports, certification docs, and customer communications.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between customers and internal teams.
• Lead customer meetings on status, findings, corrective actions, and compliance.
• Support development of new testing methods, capabilities, and offerings.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve complex certification challenges.

Skills

Customer communication

Project coordination

Documentation quality

Technical liaison

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

At TÜV SÜD 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 TÜV SÜD Group.

Product Safety Engineer

Location: United States

Business Unit: Product Service

Work Model: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel: Occasional travel to customer and TÜV SÜD sites

Your Tasks

• Define project scope, technical requirements, test plans, schedules, and resource requirements based on customer needs and applicable standards.
• Conduct and oversee product assessments, component evaluations, and safety testing activities at TÜV SÜD facilities and customer locations.
• Evaluate products against applicable standards, including EN/IEC/UL 62368, 61010, 60335, and related safety requirements.
• Perform technical file reviews and assess engineering documentation, manufacturing processes, and product construction for compliance.
• Prepare accurate technical reports, certification documentation, and customer communications.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between customers and internal operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead customer meetings to discuss project status, technical findings, corrective actions, and compliance requirements.
• Support the development of new testing methodologies, technical capabilities, and service offerings in response to evolving industry needs.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and technical experts to resolve complex compliance and certification challenges.

Your Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing electrical product safety testing within an accredited laboratory or testing environment.
• Strong knowledge of national and international electrical safety standards and certification requirements.
• Experience performing product evaluations, technical assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and technical teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting electric vehicle charging systems, battery technologies, energy storage systems, or electrification products.
• Familiarity with standards committees, regulatory organizations, and evolving industry requirements.
• Experience managing technical projects and coordinating customer-facing activities.
• Knowledge of certification programs and global market access requirements.
• Experience developing new testing methods or laboratory capabilities.
• Experience working within ISO/IEC 17025 accredited environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services.
• Exposure to innovative technologies in electrification, energy storage, and sustainable energy systems.
• Collaborative environment with highly skilled engineers and technical experts.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful work supporting the safety and compliance of next-generation technologies.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• A culture focused on quality, innovation, customer success, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

Work Model: On-Site

Location: United States

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to customer locations and TÜV SÜD facilities to support testing, assessments, and project activities.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $75,000 - $90,000. 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.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

This position may require the ability to occasionally lift or move equipment weighing up to 75 pounds and work within laboratory environments supporting product testing and evaluation activities.

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: Others

Country/Region: United States

Job Location: New Brighton

Working Model : Onsite

Employment Type: Full time / regular

Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.