Product Safety Engineer - Ditch Witch

The Toro Company•Perry, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Safety Engineer-Construction Division is responsible for collaborating closely with internal business partners to develop, test and qualify products to be compliant with industry safety and regulatory standards. Assists in the development of product safety policies and procedures. Represents company on pertinent domestic and international technical societies and standards organizations committees. Serves in a consultative capacity to the Legal Department regarding worldwide response to product compliance and injury incidents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, or Agricultural Engineering program, or closely related engineering field
Engineer III - 5+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
Engineer IV- 7+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
Engineer V - 10+ years of relevant experience in product safety or product testing.
Experience in international standards and regulatory requirements for earthmoving, construction, or similar products
Previous experience in product safety and regulatory compliance and standards promulgation
Collaborative team player with ability to communicate and work effectively with various stakeholders
Ability to work in a dynamic environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new systems quickly
Ability to work independently and apply engineering principles to regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

Evaluate and interpret U.S. and International product safety and regulatory standards as they apply to divisional products.
Provide safety and regulatory related guidance to product development teams and lead in coordinating safety and regulatory reviews to ensure divisional products meet all standards required for the markets they are sold into.
Communicate and educate divisional engineering, product evaluation, and technical publications teams on standards changes and work with teams on product changes to ensure compliant product.
Lead and coordinate action plans for resolving identified safety and regulatory issues in a timely manner.
As appropriate, work with third-party certification bodies and third-party consultants to obtain certifications.
Review and provide feedback for operator's manuals, on-product markings, and marketing materials.
Compile and verify safety and regulatory compliance documentation.
Represent company on standards development organization committees.
Serve as liaison to the Legal Department and work collaboratively with Legal on safety and regulatory compliance topics.
Perform other duties as assigned.