Product Safety Engineer (Semi Test Engineering; North Reading, MA)

Teradyne • North Reading, MA

68d • $106,900 - $171,100

About The Position

Teradyne’s Product Safety and Compliance Team is seeking a Product Safety Engineer with deep expertise in automation, robotics, and functional safety. This role is responsible for ensuring that Teradyne’s automated test systems meet all applicable product safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal safety policies throughout the product lifecycle—from concept through deployment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of industrial automation, robotics systems, and functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, and IEC 60204, along with hands-on experience in risk assessment and design for compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5+ years of experience in product or system safety engineering, preferably in industrial automation or robotics environments.
• In-depth understanding of functional safety and risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards (ISO 12100, ISO 13849, IEC 61508, IEC 60204, IEC 61010-1, ISO 10218).
• Proven experience supporting safety compliance for automated test systems, robotic cells, or integrated production lines.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification such as TÜV Functional Safety Engineer or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and certification bodies.
• Knowledge of PLCs, safety controllers, and industrial communication networks.
• Familiarity with SEMI S2/S8 and other semiconductor equipment standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety engineering activities for automated and robotic system test equipment within the Integrated System Test (IST) Division.
• Develop, maintain, and apply safety engineering practices aligned with international standards and corporate safety policies.
• Partner with design engineering teams to identify and mitigate hazards early in the development process.
• Conduct and document risk assessments, FMEA/FMEDA, and hazard analyses for new and existing products.
• Define and verify Safety Integrity Levels (SIL/PL) and functional safety requirements.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate implementation of protective measures and control architectures.
• Interpret and apply relevant global standards, such as ISO 12100, ISO 10218, ISO 15066, IEC 60204-1, IEC 61508, ISO 13849, and IEC 61010-1.
• Support third-party certification and audit processes (e.g., CE, TUV, SEMI).
• Maintain documentation packages supporting safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide safety design guidance for system integration, control systems, and automated test setups.
• Evaluate safety circuits, emergency stop systems, interlocks, and light curtains in automated environments.
• Support validation and verification activities related to safety features and fail-safe functions.
• Develop and deliver safety training to engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.
• Promote a culture of proactive safety engagement across engineering and manufacturing teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees