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Product Safety Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. With up to 36 months of total OPT authorization, you have a real runway to build safety compliance expertise and pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
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BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU
At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.
Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from everyday household items to leading edge technology - to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.
Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.
Job Summary:
Canadian Standards Association (“CSA Group”), a standards development and product certification organization, is seeking an experienced Product Safety Engineer, Medical Devices in its Irvine, CA office to further position CSA Group as the leading and pre-eminent choice for certification across all sectors. Based throughout North America and reporting directly to the Product Group Managers (PGM’s), this is a dynamic opportunity with growth potential for a keen, systematic and process oriented individual who is able to see the big picture and be attentive to detail.
CSA Group offers competitive advantages to global medical device manufacturers. Due to increased longevity, global diseases, and continuing research into new treatments and procedures, companies have been developing more electronic equipment for supporting the medical industry. The usage of medical equipment can be found in a wide array of environments including professional healthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, and home environment. As medical equipment technology continuously evolves so does the development of medical safety standards used to verify its Basic Safety and safety clinical functions, also known as Essential Performance. The understanding and application of Risk Management becomes a crucial element in the design concept of a medical equipment and the safety certification process.
The Product Safety Engineer will be responsible for the safety certification of new and leading edge products, systems and technologies based on the standards established by CSA Group and other recognized Standards Development Organizations.
Responsibilities:
- Independently manage certification projects concurrently ensuring compliance with all applicable safety requirements achieving completion within time frames and cost deadlines. Evaluate products against requirements of the national / international standards and precedent decisions.
- Demonstrate technical competency to review the work of others.
- Demonstrate technical competency in their respective certification programs.
- Able to accurately perform evaluation and review of complex, unique or unusual product types.
- Demonstrates the ability to consistently manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining on-time and on-budget performance.
- Able to maintain high productivity in line with company expectations.
- Reviews test data, reports and authorizes application of Certification Marks. Prepares and / or signs Certification Reports and Certificates of Compliance.
- Conduct construction evaluation, ensuring the unit complies with the construction section of the standard; identifies rationale for compliance or non-compliance.
- Collaborate with Lab Technician to create a work order which tests are required and; the order of the tests and the number of samples required.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Biomedical Engineering with 2 or more years of job related experience; or Associate Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field with 3 or more years’ experience.
- Thorough knowledge of Standards and testing procedures.
- Knowledge of CSA, UL and IEC Standards 60601 series &/or 61010 series is an asset.
- Thorough knowledge of CSA certification options, programs and services applicable to a variety of equipment.
Skills:
- Read, interpret and develop engineering drawings.
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
- Use of various electrical laboratory equipment, instruments and tools.
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills; customer service skills.
- Possess strong organizational, time and project management skills to complete job tasks independently and in a time-efficient manner.
- Ability to work unsupervised, in a team-based work environment.
- Be detail oriented with the ability to deliver complex projects on time and bring breakthrough thinking and new processes to difficult situations.
- Demonstrated ability to work across institutional, cultural and geographic boundaries with ease, consistently delivering on complex initiatives while stripping out unnecessary process and structures.
- Serve as leader whose personal values will align with CSA Group, and who will possess a passionate commitment, and deep respect for the organization’s mission, values, and culture.
The typical hiring range for this position in California is $70,790 - $92,914; however, based on a variety of considerations (such as education, licenses, certifications and/or, experience,) CSA Group reserves the right to flexibility outside of the stated range.
CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.
Employment Status:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU
At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.
Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from everyday household items to leading edge technology - to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.
Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.
Job Summary:
Canadian Standards Association (“CSA Group”), a standards development and product certification organization, is seeking an experienced Product Safety Engineer, Medical Devices in its Irvine, CA office to further position CSA Group as the leading and pre-eminent choice for certification across all sectors. Based throughout North America and reporting directly to the Product Group Managers (PGM’s), this is a dynamic opportunity with growth potential for a keen, systematic and process oriented individual who is able to see the big picture and be attentive to detail.
CSA Group offers competitive advantages to global medical device manufacturers. Due to increased longevity, global diseases, and continuing research into new treatments and procedures, companies have been developing more electronic equipment for supporting the medical industry. The usage of medical equipment can be found in a wide array of environments including professional healthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, and home environment. As medical equipment technology continuously evolves so does the development of medical safety standards used to verify its Basic Safety and safety clinical functions, also known as Essential Performance. The understanding and application of Risk Management becomes a crucial element in the design concept of a medical equipment and the safety certification process.
The Product Safety Engineer will be responsible for the safety certification of new and leading edge products, systems and technologies based on the standards established by CSA Group and other recognized Standards Development Organizations.
Responsibilities:
- Independently manage certification projects concurrently ensuring compliance with all applicable safety requirements achieving completion within time frames and cost deadlines. Evaluate products against requirements of the national / international standards and precedent decisions.
- Demonstrate technical competency to review the work of others.
- Demonstrate technical competency in their respective certification programs.
- Able to accurately perform evaluation and review of complex, unique or unusual product types.
- Demonstrates the ability to consistently manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining on-time and on-budget performance.
- Able to maintain high productivity in line with company expectations.
- Reviews test data, reports and authorizes application of Certification Marks. Prepares and / or signs Certification Reports and Certificates of Compliance.
- Conduct construction evaluation, ensuring the unit complies with the construction section of the standard; identifies rationale for compliance or non-compliance.
- Collaborate with Lab Technician to create a work order which tests are required and; the order of the tests and the number of samples required.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Biomedical Engineering with 2 or more years of job related experience; or Associate Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field with 3 or more years’ experience.
- Thorough knowledge of Standards and testing procedures.
- Knowledge of CSA, UL and IEC Standards 60601 series &/or 61010 series is an asset.
- Thorough knowledge of CSA certification options, programs and services applicable to a variety of equipment.
Skills:
- Read, interpret and develop engineering drawings.
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
- Use of various electrical laboratory equipment, instruments and tools.
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills; customer service skills.
- Possess strong organizational, time and project management skills to complete job tasks independently and in a time-efficient manner.
- Ability to work unsupervised, in a team-based work environment.
- Be detail oriented with the ability to deliver complex projects on time and bring breakthrough thinking and new processes to difficult situations.
- Demonstrated ability to work across institutional, cultural and geographic boundaries with ease, consistently delivering on complex initiatives while stripping out unnecessary process and structures.
- Serve as leader whose personal values will align with CSA Group, and who will possess a passionate commitment, and deep respect for the organization’s mission, values, and culture.
The typical hiring range for this position in California is $70,790 - $92,914; however, based on a variety of considerations (such as education, licenses, certifications and/or, experience,) CSA Group reserves the right to flexibility outside of the stated range.
CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Product Safety Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List before you apply. Engineering technology, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering codes commonly support Product Safety Engineer roles, but your specific program must be listed.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your offer stage. An employer who isn't enrolled can't sponsor your STEM OPT extension, regardless of how well you fit the role or how willing they are to hire you.
File your I-983 training plan with precision
Your I-983 must describe concrete safety engineering tasks, not a generic job description. Name the specific standards you'll work with, such as IEC 62368-1 or ISO 13849, and ensure your DSO signs off before your initial OPT period expires.
Target industries with structured compliance functions
Consumer electronics, medical devices, and automotive manufacturers routinely run large safety engineering teams with established E-Verify enrollment and immigration infrastructure. These sectors file LCAs through DOL and typically have HR teams familiar with OPT documentation requirements.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify enrolled employers
Search for Product Safety Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters employers by E-Verify enrollment and DOL filing history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that can't legally support your STEM OPT extension.
Understand cap-gap timing before your third year
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. Plan your H-1B registration timing with your employer's HR team at least six months out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Safety Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree falls under an eligible CIP code on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Engineering disciplines including electrical, mechanical, industrial, and systems engineering commonly qualify. The role itself doesn't determine eligibility, your degree program does. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension on your I-765.
How do I find Product Safety Engineer employers enrolled in E-Verify?
You can verify E-Verify enrollment by asking the employer directly or by searching the E-Verify employer search tool. Migrate Mate surfaces Product Safety Engineer roles filtered by employers with active DOL filing history, making it faster to identify companies already set up to support STEM OPT students without cold-applying and waiting for HR to confirm enrollment status.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Product Safety Engineer?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not a copy-paste of your job description. For Product Safety Engineer roles, this means naming the regulatory frameworks you'll apply, such as UL standards or CPSC regulations, the testing methodologies involved, and how each responsibility connects to your degree field. Both you and your employer's authorized representative must sign it, and your DSO must receive it before your extension begins.
Can I switch employers during my STEM OPT extension as a Product Safety Engineer?
Yes, but the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, and you must file a new I-983 training plan with your DSO before starting work. USCIS requires you to report the employer change within ten days. If the new company isn't enrolled in E-Verify, you can't legally work there on your STEM OPT extension, even if your EAD card is still valid.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm on STEM OPT and my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your STEM OPT EAD expires between April 1 and September 30 and your employer filed a timely H-1B petition on your behalf that was accepted for processing, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You don't need a new EAD during this period. USCIS publishes guidance on cap-gap eligibility, and your DSO can provide a cap-gap I-20 to document the extension for your employer's records.