Essential FunctionsCompliance:
- Develop, execute, and document compliance test plans for server systems, storage platforms, rack-level solutions, and related hardware.
- Environmental/material compliance including RoHS, REACH and CMRT, Re-use programs, PFAs, GHG submissions.
- Export/trade compliance support including ECCN/EAR, TAA and NDAA requirements.
- Compliance review for new products, product variants, component/BOM changes and platform changes to understand whether existing certifications is valid or additional testing/certification is required.
- Industrial compliance including IEC 60204-1, NFPA 79, SCCR and related safety requirements.
Certification- Global product certification and market access for the US, Canada, EU, Taiwan, India, Japan, Korea, Australia/New Zealand, Mexico, Israel, Middle East and other regions. Product safety and regulatory certifications such as CE, FCC, CB, NRTL/UL/CSA, BSMI, BIS and other country specific certifications.
- Working with external certification labs to get quotes, understanding test scope, submitting samples/documents, addressing findings and following up until certification is completed.
- Requesting and working with suppliers on their component compliance documents such as certificates, test reports and declarations.
- Regulatory documentation including product labels, manuals, declarations, CDF/CCL and technical documentation required for certification.
- Maintaining of existing certifications, renewals and updates due to product/component changes.
Test Planning- Review product specifications, electrical designs, system configurations, and customer requirements to identify applicable compliance requirements and define appropriate test procedures.
Hands-On Testing- Support or perform electrical safety, grounding, leakage current, EMC pre-compliance, thermal, acoustic, and other applicable qualification tests.
Failure Analysis- Investigate compliance test failures, identify root causes, collaborate with engineering teams on corrective actions, and coordinate retesting to verify resolution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Partner with electrical, mechanical, thermal, system, and manufacturing engineers to incorporate compliance considerations into product design and development.
New Product Introduction (NPI)- Support compliance planning and validation throughout product development, design changes, qualification, and production release.
Technical Documentation- Prepare and maintain test plans, test reports, certification records, technical files, declarations, and other compliance documentation.
Requirements Management- Track applicable standards, regulatory updates, certification status, and product-specific compliance requirements.
Production Support- Assist with compliance-related issues arising during manufacturing, product changes, customer audits, and field investigations.
Continuous Improvement- Improve testing procedures, documentation practices, and compliance workflows to enhance efficiency, repeatability, and product readiness
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
- 3+ years of experience in compliance testing, product validation, electrical safety testing, EMC testing, or a related hardware engineering role.
- Working knowledge of applicable product safety and EMC standards and regulatory requirements.
- Experience developing or executing test plans, analyzing results, and preparing technical test reports.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, product specifications, technical drawings, and hardware documentation.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware or electrical issues and supporting root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Strong documentation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with engineering teams and external laboratories.
- Ability to manage multiple testing activities and priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience testing servers, GPU-based computing systems, storage platforms, networking equipment, power distribution units (PDUs), or rack-level computing solutions.
- Familiarity with standards and requirements such as UL/CSA/IEC/EN 62368-1, FCC Part 15, applicable EN 55032/55035 requirements, and relevant IEC/EN 61000 EMC standards.
- Exposure to semiconductor manufacturing equipment standards, such as SEMI S2, S8, or F47, where applicable.
- Experience working with accredited testing laboratories or certification organizations such as UL, Intertek, TÜV, or Nemko.
- Knowledge of electrical safety testing, including grounding continuity, dielectric withstand, and touch or leakage current testing.
- Familiarity with environmental and reliability testing, including temperature, humidity, vibration, seismic, or acoustic testing.
- Experience with compliance requirements for products intended for international markets.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems and engineering change control.
- Experience with test automation, data analysis, or scripting tools such as Python or Excel.
Benefits- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
The annual salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $140,000.
We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!
