At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager, Product Safety to join our Product Service division in New Brighton, MN. This leadership position will manage a team of product safety engineers while ensuring the safety and compliance of various products through rigorous testing and evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 8-12 Product Safety Engineers
Recruit, hire, and onboard top engineering talent
Conduct regular 1:1s and provide career development guidance
Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages continuous learning
Technical Operations
Oversee product safety evaluations using international standards (IEC 61010, 62368, 60601, 60950, 60529, 60335, 60825)
Ensure timely delivery of Certificates, Test Reports, and Technical Reports to clients
Develop test methodologies and quality assurance processes
Stay current with evolving safety standards and regulations
Manage complex certification projects with multiple stakeholders
Business Operations
Support business development by defining project scope, timelines, and budgets
Interface with key clients to provide technical expertise
Manage departmental budget and resource planning
Ensure compliance with OSHA's NRTL Program and IECEE's CB Scheme
Participate in client meetings and audits as part of regional leadership team
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
University degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or related field
8-10 years of product safety engineering experience in Test, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry
3-5 years of engineering management or team leadership experience
Proven track record managing technical teams of 5+ engineers
Technical Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of IEC and UL standards, OSHA's NRTL Program, and IECEE's CB Scheme
Experience with product safety testing equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, dielectric testers, environmental chambers)
Understanding of risk assessment and safety management systems
Leadership Skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop technical professionals
Strong project management skills with multiple concurrent projects
Experience with performance management and talent development
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Essential Skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Strong technical writing and documentation skills
Outstanding leadership and team management abilities
Business acumen with budget and resource management experience
Adaptability in fast-paced, dynamic environment
This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Work Area: Others
Country/Region: United States
Job Location: New Brighton
Working Model: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time / regular
Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.
Org Unit Code:
Requisition ID: 7066
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