Product Safety Senior Engineer/Engineer

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Safety Engineer to join our dynamic product development team, specializing in high-precision semiconductor equipment. In this role, you will ensure that our products comply with international safety standards by conducting pre-audit design reviews, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and coordinating with third-party auditors to obtain necessary compliance certifications. Your expertise will be critical in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety and reliability of our cutting-edge semiconductor equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Compliance & Design Review:

   • Conduct pre-audit assessments of product designs to ensure compliance with international safety standards (e.g., IEC, UL, SEMI, CE, NFPA, ISO).

   • Work closely with design engineers to integrate safety requirements early in the product development lifecycle.

   • Identify potential safety hazards and recommend design modifications to mitigate risks.

2. Standards Interpretation & Implementation:

   • Stay updated on evolving global safety regulations relevant to semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

   • Translate regulatory requirements into actionable design and testing criteria.

3. Third-Party Audit Coordination:

   • Serve as the primary liaison between the company and external certification bodies (e.g., TÜV, UL, CSA).

   • Prepare and submit documentation required for compliance audits.

   • Facilitate on-site audits and address findings to achieve certification.

4. Testing & Validation Support:

   • Conduct Collaborate with test engineers to validate safety-critical components and systems, and conduct hands-on safety testing when required (e.g. electrical safety checks, fault condition simulations, and mechanical hazard assessments).

   • Review test reports and ensure alignment with certification requirements. Perform independent verification tests as needed to confirm compliance.

5. Risk Assessment & Documentation:

   • Conduct risk assessments (e.g., FMEA, Hazard Analysis) and maintain safety compliance records.

   • Develop and maintain technical files, compliance reports, and safety manuals.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

   • Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Legal teams to ensure safety considerations are embedded in product development.

   • Provide safety training and guidance to engineering teams as needed.

Requirements:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Safety, or a related field.

• Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience in product safety engineering, preferably in semiconductor equipment, industrial machinery, or high-tech manufacturing.

  • Proven track record of achieving compliance certifications (e.g., CE, UL, IEC 60204, SEMI S2/S8).

  • Familiarity with safety standards such as CE, IEC 60204, NFPA 79

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical safety principles and hazard mitigation.

  • Experience with risk assessment methodologies (e.g., FMEA, HAZOP).

  • Proficiency in CAD/PLM tools (e.g., SolidEdge) for design review is a plus.

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Attractive salary and fringe benefits package will be offered to the right candidates.

Interested parties please submit your application with cover letter, resume, certificate and transcripts.

Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only. Suitable candidates may be referred to other vacancies within our company.