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Intertek is searching for a Medical Safety Test Engineer to join our Electrical team in Boxborough, Massachusetts. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing. By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.
Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success.
We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What are we looking for?
The Medical Safety Test Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of medical devices and products to the requirements of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.
Salary & Benefits Information
The salary range for this position is $68K - $80K. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, medical plan options, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.
What you’ll do:
- Independently, conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).
- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi-meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, surge generator, over-voltage tester, environmental condition chamber, and articulated probes.
- Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
- Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
- Core tests include, but are not limited to rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, and laser.
- Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
- Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
- Microsoft Office expertise.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science
- Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 15%
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Experience with U.S.A., Canadian, and other international product safety standards such as; ISO 14971, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-6 + 62366, IEC 60601-1-8, IEC 60601-1-9, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 62304, IEC 60601-2-25, IEC 60601-2-27, IEC 80601-2-30, IEC 60601-2-46, IEC 60601-2-49, IEC 60601-2-52, ISO 80601-2-56, ISO 80601-2-61, etc.
Intertek Total Quality Assured
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
LI-AS1
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Backed by 125 years’ experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
Medical Safety Test Engineer - Boxborough, Massachusetts
Intertek is searching for a Medical Safety Test Engineer to join our Electrical team in Boxborough, Massachusetts. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing. By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.
Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success.
We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What are we looking for?
The Medical Safety Test Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of medical devices and products to the requirements of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.
Salary & Benefits Information
The salary range for this position is $68K - $80K. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, medical plan options, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.
What you’ll do:
- Independently, conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).
- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi-meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, surge generator, over-voltage tester, environmental condition chamber, and articulated probes.
- Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
- Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
- Core tests include, but are not limited to rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, and laser.
- Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
- Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
- Microsoft Office expertise.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science
- Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 15%
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Experience with U.S.A., Canadian, and other international product safety standards such as; ISO 14971, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-6 + 62366, IEC 60601-1-8, IEC 60601-1-9, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 62304, IEC 60601-2-25, IEC 60601-2-27, IEC 80601-2-30, IEC 60601-2-46, IEC 60601-2-49, IEC 60601-2-52, ISO 80601-2-56, ISO 80601-2-61, etc.
Intertek Total Quality Assured
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
LI-AS1
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Backed by 125 years’ experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Safety Engineer
Align your credentials with PERM job requirements
The PERM application locks in specific education and experience requirements. Make sure your transcripts, credential evaluations, and professional certifications like CSP or CIH match the job description your employer will submit to DOL.
Target industries with chronic safety engineering shortages
Employers in petrochemicals, aerospace, and heavy manufacturing file PERM applications for Safety Engineers regularly because domestic candidates rarely fill these niche roles. Companies already running active PERM recruitments are far more prepared to sponsor you.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Safety Engineer openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This skips companies that support H-1B but have never sponsored permanent residency, which are a different proposition entirely.
Understand how your SOC code affects the EB-2 versus EB-3 decision
DOL classifies Safety Engineers under a specific SOC code that your employer uses to set the prevailing wage tier. Review the O*NET occupation profile for your specialty to confirm whether the role supports an EB-2 advanced-degree petition or falls under EB-3.
Confirm your employer's PERM recruitment timeline before accepting an offer
PERM requires the employer to complete a supervised recruitment process before filing. Ask directly whether they have in-house immigration counsel or an outside firm handling it, since inexperienced sponsors often underestimate how long the DOL audit risk extends the timeline.
Verify the prevailing wage before your offer letter is finalized
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job duties. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search using your actual worksite zip code, not corporate headquarters, before signing anything.
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Find Safety Engineer JobsSafety Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Safety Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Safety Engineer positions can qualify under both categories depending on the employer's stated requirements. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent, which some process safety and industrial hygiene positions do. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree, which is the more common path. Your employer's PERM application defines the category, so the job description they file with DOL determines your tier.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Safety Engineers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that requires renewal. Unlike H-1B, there is no lottery and no expiration date on your authorization once the green card is approved. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM labor certification alone takes six to eighteen months, and I-485 adjustment of status adds to that. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current, meaning there is no additional backlog wait.
What documentation does a foreign Safety Engineer typically need for PERM?
You will need official transcripts from all universities, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the United States, documentation of professional certifications like CSP or NEBOSH, and detailed employment verification letters covering all experience your employer plans to count. If your job duties require specific technical training, those records matter too. DOL audits are common in engineering occupations, so gaps or inconsistencies in your file can delay certification significantly.
How do I find Safety Engineer employers who actually sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Safety Engineer roles filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Many employers support H-1B transfers but have never filed a PERM application, so filtering by sponsorship type saves you from offers that will stall. Industries like oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and defense contracting have the deepest track records of sponsoring Safety Engineers through to permanent residency.
Can my employer file my I-140 while PERM is still pending with DOL?
No. The certified PERM application is a required prerequisite before USCIS will accept an I-140 immigrant petition. Your employer must receive DOL's labor certification approval first, then submit the I-140. Once the I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file I-485 for adjustment of status. Premium processing is available for the I-140 stage through USCIS, but there is no equivalent expedite option for the PERM certification itself.
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