Entry Level Product Safety Engineer Jobs
New grad product safety engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or a strong project portfolio can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like TikTok, Abbott, and Ferrero hiring at this level now.
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Summary
This role develops and recommends measures to evaluate product safety, reduce or eliminate product hazards, and ensure compliance with safety codes worldwide. Serves as the corporate authority on all matters related to Product Safety and Code Compliance.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Ensures compliance with product safety standards in all phases of product design, development, production, and distribution.
- Investigates and documents requirements to achieve various equipment certifications such as UL and CE, and advises product development teams to ensure design compliance.
- Reviews product specifications, RFQs, and purchase orders for safety and code compliance; Has the ability to place orders on hold until all conditions are met, and facilitates any special certification requirements on customer orders.
- Evaluates potential hazards or damage which could result from misuse of products and applies engineering principles and product standards to improve safety and procedures.
- Investigates causes of accidents and injuries resulting from product usage, and recommends solutions.
- Participates in preparation of product usage and precautionary label instructions, and approves final format.
- Establishes and maintains shipping documents attesting to product safety and code compliance.
- Communicates with relevant safety and code organizations worldwide to maintain knowledge of current and proposed safety code standards as they affect Universal's products.
- Guides procurement team to assure continued compliance by suppliers with required standards.
- Advises Engineering, Quality and Human Resources management on all matters relating to product safety and code compliance.
- Dedicated support as a Quality Engineer for the Solar Manufacturing Cell providing management of all quality related items including inbound material, process steps, FA/CAPA, FGI QC Checklist.
- Assignment as Quality Acceptance Criteria (QAC) QE for a dedicated product line in the Conklin facility.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or relevant technical discipline.
- 2-4 years of experience in industrial product safety.
- Ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An Associate Safety Professional certification or equivalent.
Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:
- Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.
Physical Demands:
- Frequently required to access and manipulate various objects, tools, or controls.
- Ability to use a computer on a frequent basis.
- May have to remain stationary for extended periods and be mobile enough to navigate through work areas.
- Requires the ability to communicate clearly in giving presentations and with fellow colleagues.
Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer
Target Annual Base Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 + Robust Benefits
~ What “U” Can Do For You ~
Rewards Package:
- Competitive Compensation, Bonus Strategies, 401k Retirement Contribution Matching, Health Savings Options with Monthly Company Contributions and Investment Capability, Flexible Spending Options, Objective Merits, and Relocation Assistance.
Career Development:
- Relevant Tuition, Upskilling, and Certification Reimbursement, Mentorship, Educational Institution Relations, Career Pathing.
Work/Life Balance:
- Competitive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Hours.
Health & Wellbeing:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and Other Supplemental Coverage Options.
Company Culture:
- Professional and Respectful Work Environment Driven by Our “6-C’s” Core Values: Customer-Centric, Collaboration, Creativity, Character, Courage, and Community.
REQUIREMENTS
Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's most advanced electronic products. Universal Instruments is a cost effective enabler of the fast-moving electronics industry road map. From cell phones, tablets or advanced computing platforms, 5G infrastructure, internet of things, cloud computing and storage as well as wearable’s, sensors, MEMS, industrial, automotive, military, medical and semiconductor applications, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!
Summary
This role develops and recommends measures to evaluate product safety, reduce or eliminate product hazards, and ensure compliance with safety codes worldwide. Serves as the corporate authority on all matters related to Product Safety and Code Compliance.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Ensures compliance with product safety standards in all phases of product design, development, production, and distribution.
- Investigates and documents requirements to achieve various equipment certifications such as UL and CE, and advises product development teams to ensure design compliance.
- Reviews product specifications, RFQs, and purchase orders for safety and code compliance; Has the ability to place orders on hold until all conditions are met, and facilitates any special certification requirements on customer orders.
- Evaluates potential hazards or damage which could result from misuse of products and applies engineering principles and product standards to improve safety and procedures.
- Investigates causes of accidents and injuries resulting from product usage, and recommends solutions.
- Participates in preparation of product usage and precautionary label instructions, and approves final format.
- Establishes and maintains shipping documents attesting to product safety and code compliance.
- Communicates with relevant safety and code organizations worldwide to maintain knowledge of current and proposed safety code standards as they affect Universal's products.
- Guides procurement team to assure continued compliance by suppliers with required standards.
- Advises Engineering, Quality and Human Resources management on all matters relating to product safety and code compliance.
- Dedicated support as a Quality Engineer for the Solar Manufacturing Cell providing management of all quality related items including inbound material, process steps, FA/CAPA, FGI QC Checklist.
- Assignment as Quality Acceptance Criteria (QAC) QE for a dedicated product line in the Conklin facility.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or relevant technical discipline.
- 2-4 years of experience in industrial product safety.
- Ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An Associate Safety Professional certification or equivalent.
Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:
- Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.
Physical Demands:
- Frequently required to access and manipulate various objects, tools, or controls.
- Ability to use a computer on a frequent basis.
- May have to remain stationary for extended periods and be mobile enough to navigate through work areas.
- Requires the ability to communicate clearly in giving presentations and with fellow colleagues.
Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer
Target Annual Base Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 + Robust Benefits
~ What “U” Can Do For You ~
Rewards Package:
- Competitive Compensation, Bonus Strategies, 401k Retirement Contribution Matching, Health Savings Options with Monthly Company Contributions and Investment Capability, Flexible Spending Options, Objective Merits, and Relocation Assistance.
Career Development:
- Relevant Tuition, Upskilling, and Certification Reimbursement, Mentorship, Educational Institution Relations, Career Pathing.
Work/Life Balance:
- Competitive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Hours.
Health & Wellbeing:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and Other Supplemental Coverage Options.
Company Culture:
- Professional and Respectful Work Environment Driven by Our “6-C’s” Core Values: Customer-Centric, Collaboration, Creativity, Character, Courage, and Community.
REQUIREMENTS
Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's most advanced electronic products. Universal Instruments is a cost effective enabler of the fast-moving electronics industry road map. From cell phones, tablets or advanced computing platforms, 5G infrastructure, internet of things, cloud computing and storage as well as wearable’s, sensors, MEMS, industrial, automotive, military, medical and semiconductor applications, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!
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Entry Level Product Safety Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level product safety engineer job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or capstone projects that demonstrate your ability to assess product risks and apply safety standards. Employers at this level look for familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as CPSC guidelines or ISO standards, strong analytical skills, and any coursework or project work in failure analysis, hazard assessment, or compliance testing. A targeted resume that highlights technical coursework and practical lab work gives entry level candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level product safety engineers?
Companies hiring entry level product safety engineers right now include TikTok, Abbott, and Ferrero, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers consumer electronics manufacturers, medical device companies, automotive suppliers, and industrial equipment producers that need junior engineers to support compliance, testing, and safety documentation workflows.
Are there remote entry level product safety engineer jobs?
Yes, though most product safety engineer roles at this level involve hands-on testing and on-site lab work. About 0% of entry level product safety engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which typically means documentation, regulatory research, and compliance review tasks that can be done off-site while testing stays in-person.
Are these new grad product safety engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior product safety engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or lists a portfolio of relevant projects as an acceptable credential. New grad candidates who can show coursework in standards compliance, materials testing, or risk analysis are competitive for these openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level product safety engineers?
Entry Level product safety engineer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they face rigorous product liability requirements, mandatory compliance testing, and ongoing pressure to meet federal and international safety standards, creating steady demand for junior engineers who can support those workflows.