Career Opportunities: Associate Product Safety Engineer - Industrial Machinery (18181)
Requisition ID 18181 - Posted 03/02/2026
Compensation Data The salary range for this position is $60,000-$80,000 and reflects factors such as years of experience, relevant expertise, and overall qualifications.
Job Summary Joining TÜV Rheinland means working for one of the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification service providers with more than 25,000 employees globally. Our employees are our most important asset. That is why we invest in their development and offer competitive pay, multiple health insurance plan options, and a 401(k) with up to 6% company match. At the same time we live an international, team-oriented culture characterized by respect, collegiality and openness. This enables our employees to develop their potential, apply new knowledge and methods directly - and plan a long-term career with real opportunities for advancement.
Job Description Summary: As an Associate Product Safety Engineer at TÜV Rheinland, you will support safety and compliance evaluations for advanced machinery, automation/robotics, and semiconductor equipment. This role blends hands-on testing, standards interpretation, safety design reviews, and direct client interaction. It's ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced technical work, problem-solving, and collaborating with customers developing cutting-edge technologies.
Key Responsibilities: • Review client documentation and product construction to define project scope, requirements, timelines, and sample needs. • Conduct product safety evaluations in-house and at client sites to assess compliance with global standards (IEC, EN, UL, CSA, NFPA, SEMI). • Prepare technical reports, document findings, and communicate results to clients. • Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring clear communication and smooth project execution. • Lead client meetings to provide updates, address technical issues, and discuss test challenges. • Support process improvements, develop new test strategies, and evaluate emerging product requirements. • Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
Education Associate in Engineering or related field of study
Experience & Further Qualifications Entry-level role; no prior product safety experience required.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, manufacturing processes, and safety-critical systems.
Familiarity with relevant standards such as EN/IEC 60204-1, NFPA 79, EN/IEC/UL/CSA 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 301, UL 508A, SEMI S2/S8/S22, and the Machinery Directive.
Understanding of functional safety principles (e.g., ISO 13849) is a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Willingness to travel 60-80% to client sites; valid driver's license required.
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