Opportunity OverviewIf you are energized by working in a collaborative, global environment and enjoy partnering with engineering teams to bring innovative products to market safely and compliantly, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for. At Teradyne, our engineers thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused culture where teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous improvement drive success.
Teradyne has an immediate need for a Senior Product Compliance Engineer at our office located in San Jose, CA. This role will support the day-to-day product safety activities for the Communications Solutions Division (CSD).
- Manage product safety and EMC compliance activities in collaboration with North San Jose, CA based development teams supporting the Communications Solutions Division (Quantifi, LitePoint) and MultiLane.
- Define applicable standards and certifications by product and target region, identify custom components or assemblies requiring separate certification, and develop and maintain the compliance plan, including safety/EMC test plans and third-party test quotations.
- Participate in design reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR), lead risk assessments, and perform internal safety and compliance reviews, including safety-critical component data sheets, to drive early risk assessment and pre-compliance work.
- Coordinate internal and external testing events, including first-pass safety/construction reviews and major sub-assembly certification, interfacing with certification suppliers, competent bodies, and test labs.
- Ensure compliance with all appropriate safety regulations and standards, including CE, NRTL, IEC/EN 61010-1, and IEC 60825-1, including laser product classification and labeling for optical products.
- Conduct product safety analysis from circuit-level schematics/wiring diagrams to system-level designs, and provide formal safety recommendations to engineering teams.
- Prepare Constructional Data Forms (CDF) and maintain Test Reports and Technical Construction Files (TCF) to ensure continuing compliance, reviewing product changes for impact on approvals, labels, and declarations.
- Coordinate EMC pre-compliance and validation activities, log non-conformances in JIRA and track them to resolution.
- Promote best practices for safety compliance, mentor junior compliance engineers, and lead product compliance strategy for the Communications Solutions Division and MultiLane.
All About YouWe seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required), Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in product safety and compliance engineering
- Thorough understanding of IEC/EN 61010-1 standards
- Hands-on ability to perform product safety testing
- Hands-on experience with laser measurement and optical power testing
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
- Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and drive compliance initiatives to closure.
- Knowledge of domestic and international electrical safety standards/regulations, including National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and European Standards (EN61010, EN60825)
Compensation: The base salary range for this role is $134,700-$215,500. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
Benefits: Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.
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