Regulatory Safety Engineer

ChargePoint; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

ChargePoint is seeking a Regulatory Engineer to guide the regulatory aspects of the design, test, and certification of its next‑generation AC/DC EV charging equipment. You will work with US/EU/UK teams and labs to ensure safety standards are met and third‑party certifications are achieved efficiently.

Ideal candidates hold a BS/MS in Physics or Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, 2–4 years of Regulatory Engineering experience, and are self‑driven with strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Fluency in written and verbal English is mandatory.
• Experience in design, test, and certification of electrical products to international standards.
• Experience in Regulatory and Compliance Engineering, such as safety testing and certification.
• Self-directed and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Guide the regulatory aspects of design, test, and certification of ChargePoint’s EV charging equipment.
• Inform design and test teams of safety requirements from applicable standards and create supporting docs.
• Understand North American and EU safety standards and related UL/IEC standards.
• Create test plans to validate safety designs for third‑party certification on first iteration.
• Perform safety tests and support prototype debugging and certification witness testing.
• Provide technical support for lab setup and production line testing related to safety certifications.

Skills

Fluency in English

Regulatory engineering experience

Safety testing & certification

Self-directed

Education

BS/MS in Physics or Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering

Job description

About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

Reports To

Senior Director, Regulatory Engineering, Campbell, CA

What You Will Be Doing

As a member of an international team of experts, you will work with US, EU, and UK-based design teams to guide the regulatory aspects of the design, test, and certification of ChargePoint’s next-generation AC and DC electric vehicle charging equipment that also incorporates vehicle energy export functions, energy management, and renewable energy integration.

• Inform product design, test, and certification teams of AC and DC safety requirements originating from relevant standards as applicable and create supporting documentation, design guidelines, etc.
• Understanding North American and EU Electrical safety standards for Electric Vehicle Charging or other related standards such as UL2202, UL 2594, UL 62368, UL 2231, UL 1741, UL 9741, UL9540, UL840, IEC 61851-1, -22, -23, IEC 62196, IEC 60664, IEC 62477, or similar related standards.
• Participate in the creation of test plans to validate that safety designs meet the requirements and build confidence for successful 3rd-party certification on the first iteration.
• Perform safety tests & support prototype debugging and onsite certification witness testing.
• Obtain safety certifications by working directly with labs such as Underwriters Laboratories.
• Support Manufacturing in meeting their obligations for production line testing, quality, labeling, and record keeping as it pertains to safety certifications.
• Provide technical support to set up laboratory equipment and test racks to carry out required testing.

What You Will Bring to ChargePoint

• Fluency in both written and verbal English is mandatory.
• Experience in the design, test, and certification of electrical products to international standards using 3rd party testing laboratories.
• Experience in Regulatory and Compliance Engineering, such as Safety testing and certification.
• Self-directed and self-motivated.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Physics or Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, will consider other related engineering degrees.
• 2-4 years related experience in Electrical & technical fields, with Regulatory Engineering experience in Electric Vehicle charging equipment preferred but not required.
• Thorough understanding of how to apply safety standards requirements to product design.
• Ability to evaluate creepages, clearances, etc., to board design and review.
• Understanding of pollution degrees, overvoltage categories, how to apply, test, and evaluate these characteristics.
• Understanding of insulation systems and insulation coordination.
• Basic coding skills are highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel periodically as needed.

Location

Campbell, CA

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $100,000 to $155,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits, or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and specific work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at [e-mail].

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