Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Staff Engineer - Product Safety

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories • $135K — $150K *
Santa Clara, CA 95051In-Person
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
3 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of product safety experience.
  • Strong familiarity with IEC62368-1.
  • Familiar with A2LA accreditation, OSHA, and SCC.
  • Background in compliance, safety, quality, or compliance.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate knowledge of IEC 62368-1, IEC 61010-1, and IEC 60601-1 standards.
  • Quote project costs to assist management in product safety.
  • Take on new standards as the business evolves with proper time provided.
  • Conduct product testing per specified standards and requirements.
  • Support department management with quality accreditation initiatives.
  • Participate in internal and external audits as required.
  • Perform preliminary design reviews both on-site and remotely.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage, including dental and vision options.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Looking for Staff Engineer that has working knowledge within (IEC 62368-1 & IEC 61010-1 & IEC 60601-1 along with some of their collateral/particulars. The Staff engineer should be senior enough to demonstrate working knowledge within the standards identified above. The Staff engineer will also be required to support other engineers on their projects, sales staff, and customers as needed. Project scoping and quoting will be part of the requirements and helping build the Santa Clara product safety business. The Staff engineer should be able to work independently with minimal help/guidance on a variety of products to the requirements of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.

Staff Engineer - Product Safetyresponsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Standard knowledge in the base standards (IEC 62368-1 & IEC 61010-1, IEC 60601-1), along with the collaterals.
  • Able to quote as needed to support management for product safety standards.
  • The Staff Engineer should be comfortable taking on new standards as the business dictates. (Proper time will be given.)
  • Test products in accordance with standards and requirements. Core tests include, but are not limited to power input, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, stability, mechanical hazards, flammability, abnormal and single fault, IP testing, and others as applicable per project and compliance requirements.
  • Staff Engineer will be involved in quality aspect of maintaining our accreditation by supporting the Department Manager as needed.
  • Staff engineer willing to take on special assignments to ensure the department is well maintained. Proper time will be given.
  • Staff Engineer will play a vital role in preparing & supporting the Department Manager for internal and external audits as needed.
  • Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off-site.
  • Support sales in project communication with customers.
    • a. Attend product reviews to provide technical support.
    • b. Answer technical questions.
  • Review technical reports test plans & test data sheets.
  • Be able to manage multiple projects.
  • Can make calls for technical decisions & provide engineering rationales when needed for other engineers.
  • As the Staff Engineer, you are the technical expert and the team will rely on you for technical advice as needed.

Employee Standards:
  • Support department objectives and company goals.
  • Sustain a positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude at all times.
  • Adhere to manager directives.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner.
  • Ability to work from home on some projects.


Qualifications

Minimum Educational Qualifications:
  • Two or Four-year college degree - Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum 8 to 10 years of product safety experience.
  • Strong familiarity with IEC62368-1
  • Familiar with A2LA accreditation, OSHA, and SCC
  • Background in compliance, safety, quality, and/or compliance
  • Ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 30%.
  • Able to go locally to client sites for any testing when needed.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:
  • Ability to maintain confidentially.
  • Needs to be receptive to and accepting guidance from others.
  • Ability to deal with difficult people and problems.
  • Able to work well in a team environment.
  • Able to work in a diverse group of people.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
  • Professional appearance.
  • Familiar with IEC61010-1 and IEC60601-1

Physical Demands:
  • Able to sit (or stand) for long periods of time.
  • Able to lift up to 30 pounds.


Additional Information

Position is full-time working Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Santa Clara, CA are encouraged to apply.
  • Compensation: $135,000 - $150,000
  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

About Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract research organization (CRO) providing analytical, research and testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, crop protection, chemical, food, environmental and consumer products industries. The company was founded in 1961 and has grown to become one of the largest CROs in the world, with over 50 locations in 20 countries. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, a global leader in bioanalytical testing and laboratory services. The company's services include method development and validation, stability testing, quality control testing, and regulatory compliance support.
Learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
* Ladders Estimates

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