Product Safety Engineer - Ditch Witch

The Toro Company; West Salem (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Promotion opportunities

401k plan

Job summary

The Toro Company seeks a Product Safety Engineer-Construction Division to align products with U.S. and international safety and regulatory standards. You will collaborate with development teams, coordinate safety reviews, and help ensure market readiness for Earthmoving/construction products.

You will lead regulatory actions, engage with third-party certify bodies, and support technical documentation while working closely with Legal and other partners. Perry, OK is the location for this role.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with international standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong collaboration and communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate U.S. and international product safety standards for divisional products.
• Guide product development teams on safety/regulatory reviews for market readiness.
• Lead actions to resolve safety and regulatory issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate third-party certs and consult on safety documentation.
• Review operator manuals, product markings, and marketing materials.

Skills

Engineering mindset

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Agricultural/related)

Job description

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa , regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it’s a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world. We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.

The Product Safety Engineer-Construction Division is responsible for collaborating closely with internal business partners to develop, test and qualify products to be compliant with industry safety and regulatory standards. Assists in the development of product safety policies and procedures. Represents company on pertinent domestic and international technical societies and standards organizations committees. Serves in a consultative capacity to the Legal Department regarding worldwide response to product compliance and injury incidents.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Evaluate and interpret U.S. and International product safety and regulatory standards as they apply to divisional products.
• Provide safety and regulatory related guidance to product development teams and lead in coordinating safety and regulatory reviews to ensure divisional products meet all standards required for the markets they are sold into.
• Communicate and educate divisional engineering, product evaluation, and technical publications teams on standards changes and work with teams on product changes to ensure compliant product.
• Lead and coordinate action plans for resolving identified safety and regulatory issues in a timely manner.
• As appropriate, work with third-party certification bodies and third-party consultants to obtain certifications.
• Review and provide feedback for operator’s manuals, on-product markings, and marketing materials.
• Compile and verify safety and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Represent company on standards development organization committees.
• Serve as liaison to the Legal Department and work collaboratively with Legal on safety and regulatory compliance topics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, or Agricultural Engineering program, or closely related engineering field
• Engineer III - 5+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
• Engineer IV- 7+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
• Engineer V - 10+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
• Experience in international standards and regulatory requirements for earthmoving, construction, or similar products
• Previous experience in product safety and regulatory compliance and standards promulgation
• Collaborative team player with ability to communicate and work effectively with various stakeholders
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Ability to work independently and apply engineering principles to regulatory requirements

What Can We Give You?

At Ditch Witch, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ditch Witch offers employees at our Perry, OK location a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day - We know you’re more productive when you’re comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment.

Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee.

Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.

Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $100,00K - 145,000K. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees