Emerson · 1 day ago
Senior Product Safety Engineer, Product Compliance
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Senior Product Safety Engineer to evaluate hardware designs for compliance with industry safety standards. The role involves independently performing testing, writing reports, and working with certification bodies to ensure product compliance.
ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products developed by NI, Emerson Test and Measurement Business Group, to the provisions of U.S., Canadian, EU and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients
Providing local expertise for Test and Measurement Equipment, including complex systems, and mentoring and training less senior technical person
Independently conduct evaluation of products to settle compliance with applicable standard(s)
Work with 3 rd party certification bodies and regulatory agencies to submit and deliver certifications of our products
Read and settle applicability of codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test)
Read and understand schematics, assembly drawings, manuals, BOMs, etc
Validate the project scope and sample applicability
Project handle products through 3rd party certification agencies, mitigating issues, and staying within budget and completion dates
Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing; Follow established test plan; Set up and operate EUT
Conduct detailed construction review; document results; use industry standard test report formats (TRFs) and templates
Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to input rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault testing
Provide local technical expertise and maintain reviewer status for other engineer’s and technician’s work
Proactively develop and communicate test procedures, new test fixtures and report shells
Support the investigation of technical complaints, critical issues settle, and product failures and support accreditations efforts by engaging in technical audits locally
Demonstrate enough product and/or standards knowledge to be considered a domain expert (SME) that can be assigned and work independently on long lead R&D projects
May actively represent NI by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations
Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR)
Follow quality control procedures and follow Quality Management System (QMS)
Communicate project status and test results to R&D client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing
Provide ongoing support to clients as needed
Qualification
Required
5 or more years practical, hands-on experience in the field of Regulatory Safety and Compliance, including testing, report generation, critical component evaluation and working with or at a 3 rd party certification agency or lab
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering
Strong presentation, communication and social skills to interact with Sales, Manufacturing, R&D, 3rd Parties and external customers
Attention to detail with high skills for quality control, documentation, and repeatability
Strong understanding of electronics, engineering, and safety compliance principles, theories and concepts in accordance with national and international standards
ISO GUM measurement uncertainty analysis experience
Knowledge of ISO 17025 (Previous accreditation implementation a plus) and preferably IEC 80079-34
Strong understanding of IEC 61010-1, IEC 62368-1
Preferable understanding of machines, electronics for machines, and regulatory compliance of machinery per IEC 60204-1 and NFPA 79
Understanding of 3-Phase power and components for power distribution, protection, and control
Preferable understanding of equipment for use in explosive atmospheres/hazardous locations, particularly IEC 60079-0, -7, -15
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Knowledge of risk assessment and management per ISO 12100 or other industry risk standard
Knowledge of CE Directives and Laws, FDA, OSHA NRTL, OSHA NFPA 70E, and other regulatory codes
Strong eye for business, risk vs. reward analysis
Knowledge of the product development process, new product development, new product integration/introduction, etc
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
Benefits
A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
Company
Emerson
Emerson is an technology & engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and residential markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lal Karsanbhai
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vidya Ramnath
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-11-11
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