Product Safety Engineer

📍 Multiple Locations (Hybrid) – Syracuse, NY or Highland, IL
🏠 Flexible Work-From-Home Schedule
🔄 Relocation Assistance Available Within the U.S.

Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Category: Engineering – Other Engineering

We are seeking a Product Safety Engineer to join a high-performing Lighting Engineering team focused on industrial products designed for hazardous environments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring products meet global safety and compliance standards while supporting innovation and market expansion.

The position is ideal for someone with experience in hazardous location certifications and a strong understanding of international compliance standards. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to certify new and existing products used in demanding industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead certification activities for products requiring NEC, CSA, ATEX, IECEx, UL, and other global approvals.
• Coordinate third-party testing and evaluations to ensure product safety and compliance.
• Review and prepare technical documentation including test data sheets, construction reviews, and compliance reports.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve certification and compliance challenges.
• Monitor evolving industry standards and provide guidance on regulatory impacts.
• Support audits, inspections, and development of internal certification procedures.
• Utilize compliance platforms such as UL Product IQ and IECEx Online to manage certification workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in hazardous location certification or related compliance engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of ATEX, IECEx, UL, and CSA standards.
• Experience testing and evaluating equipment used in hazardous environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Professional certification related to hazardous location standards is a plus.
• Experience with compliance management tools and safety software platforms.

Additional Information

• Hybrid work environment with flexible remote work options.
• Relocation support available within the United States.
• Sponsorship for employment visas is not available for this position.