Product Safety & Certification Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview: Product Safety Engineer role in Syracuse, New York. On-site work only at the Syracuse facility; no remote or hybrid options. Full-time position with relocation assistance provided within the United States. Annual salary range: $71,000 - $105,000, based on skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business factors. Entry-level seniority requiring 1-2 years of experience. Bachelor's degree required. No visa sponsorship or immigration support. No travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead certification efforts for new and existing products to meet NEC, CSA, ATEX, IECEx, UL, and other global standards.
• Manage third-party testing and analysis to validate product safety and performance in hazardous environments.
• Review and prepare technical documentation, including test data sheets, construction reviews, and compliance reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to resolve certification challenges and improve product compliance.
• Stay current with evolving standards and regulations; proactively guide teams on their impact.
• Support audits, inspections, and development of internal certification protocols.
• Use industry-standard platforms such as UL Product IQ, IECEx Online, and compliance management tools to streamline workflows.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in hazardous location certification or related area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of ATEX, IECEx, UL, and CSA standards.
• Experience with testing and evaluation of equipment for hazardous environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Professional certification in hazardous location standards.
• Experience with compliance platforms (e.g., UL Product IQ, IECEx Online).
• Familiarity with safety and compliance software tools.