Senior Product Safety Engineer

Eurofins Consumer Product Testing; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is seeking a Senior Product Safety Engineer in the Santa Clara, CA area to lead safety testing and ensure compliance with IEC 62368-1 and IEC 61010-1 across diverse products.

The role requires 7+ years in product safety, the ability to work with clients, train staff, and travel up to 20%. A four-year engineering degree and US work authorization are required, with full-time hours Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of product safety experience in testing, inspections or certification labs; IEC 62368-1 & IEC 61010-1 expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Ability to travel up to 20% for client sites and testing.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead product safety testing to determine applicability of IEC standards and project requirements.
• Review tests, reports and test plans; ensure compliance with standards.
• Read schematics and manufacturing instructions; understand EUT.
• Train and mentor junior staff and support sales with technical input.
• Manage multiple projects and communicate with clients; some off-site work may be required.

Skills

Product safety

Client communication

Project coordination

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Looking for Senior Product Safety Engineer that has working knowledge within (IEC 62368-1 & or IEC 61010-1 and its collateral. The engineer should be senior enough to demonstrate working knowledge within the standards identified above. Senior product safety engineer will also be required to support other engineers on their projects, sales staff, and customers as needed. Project scoping and quoting will be part of the requirements. Senior engineer should be able to work independently with minimal help/guidance on a variety of products to the requirements of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.

Senior Product Safety Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Require standard knowledge needed in IEC 62368-1 & or IEC 61010-1.
• IEC 60335-1 is plus but not required.
• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Test products in accordance with standards and requirements. Core tests include, but are not limited to power input, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, stability, mechanical hazards, flammability, abnormal and single fault, IP testing and others as applicable per project and compliance requirements.
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing and project execution & also able to set up test plans.
• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Train and mentor less senior technical staff.
• Support sales in project communication with customers
• Attend product reviews to provide technical support.
• Answer technical questions.
• Review technical reports & Test plans.
• Be able to manage multiple projects.
• For this position the senior product engineer can at times work from Home on their projects if no activity is needed for senior engineer to be in the lab.

Employee Standards:

• Support department objectives and company goals
• Be a team player.
• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times.
• Accommodate requests with a smile and “let me see what I can do” attitude.
• Adhere to manager directives.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Arrive on time, properly dressed and prepared to work.
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest and professional manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree – Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of product safety experience in Testing inspections certification laboratory specifically within IEC 62368-1 & IEC 61010-1.
• IEC 60335-1 is a plus.
• Should have the ability to review projects as technical reviewer.
• The ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 20%.
• Able to go locally to client sites for any testing when needed.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

• Ability to maintain confidentially.
• Needs to be receptive to and accepting guidance from others.
• Ability to deal with difficult people and problems.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Able to work in a diverse group of people.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Professional appearance.
• Willing to travel.

Physical Demands:

• Able to sit (or stand) for long periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Additional Information

Position is full-time working Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Santa Clara, CA are encouraged to apply.

• Compensation: $125,000 - $147,000
• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.