Safety Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

. Lead the safety strategy for the latest networking hardware .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesSenior💰 $171,600 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety strategy and compliance for networking hardware, with a strong focus on regulatory standards such as IEC/UL 62368-1. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex hardware safety design reviews and compliance programs.

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Safety Compliance Program ManagementIEC/UL 62368-1 ApplicationPCB Layout and Schematic ReviewCross-Functional Team CollaborationAI Tools for Safety Engineering

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringSafety ArchitectureHazard AnalysisTesting Against StandardsCompliance DocumentationRisk IdentificationDesign ReviewHigh-Power DC SystemsNRTL/CB Scheme ProcessesRegulatory Filings

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringProblem-SolvingInfluencingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI-Assisted Safety Engineering ToolsCompliance Management SoftwareTesting Automation ToolsDesign-Review Checklists

Industry Keywords

Networking HardwareProduct SafetyCompliance StandardsULCSAOCP SpecificationsHigh-Voltage SystemsLiquid-Cooled SystemsFault-Managed PowerAI/ML Compute Platforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the safety strategy for the latest networking hardware
Act as the primary technical authority for product safety across platforms
Drive safety architecture and strategy while overseeing JDM/ODM deliverables
Lead safety design reviews of PCB layouts, stack-ups, schematics, and related designs
Conduct rigorous testing against 60950-1 and 62368-1 standards
Own the end-to-end safety compliance program
Manage compliance budgets, schedules, and cross-functional reporting
Identify compliance and operational risks proactively
Lead internal investigations and drive issues to resolution with hardware development teams
Facilitate regulatory filings with agencies such as UL and CSA
Lead internal audits and maintain compliance documentation
Pilot and deploy AI-assisted safety engineering tools to optimize cycle time, quality, and team performance
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes
Provide strategic guidance on product safety and compliance
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Support, ASIC, and software teams to deliver networking platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering + 8 years of related experience, or Master’s in Electrical Engineering + 6 years of related experience, or PhD + 3 years of related experience
Experience applying IEC/UL 62368-1, including energy source classification, safeguards, and electrical, fire, thermal, and mechanical hazard clauses
Experience with complex hardware, including high-power and high-voltage DC systems
Experience with NRTL/CB Scheme processes and major market approvals for North America, EU/UKCA, and Asia-Pacific
Experience working directly with test labs and certification bodies
Experience reviewing schematics, PCB layouts, PCB stackups, and mechanical designs
Knowledge of creepage and clearance, insulation, thermal and fault conditions
Ability to drive corrective actions with design teams before release
Ability to live within commuting distance of Cisco’s San Jose, CA office and commute 4–5 days per week
Preferred: experience setting technical direction across multiple programs, mentoring engineers, and resolving cross-functional safety issues through influence
Preferred: program management experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred: experience building or adopting AI tools for standards gap analysis, report drafting, design-review checklists, and testing automation with traceable verification
Preferred: experience with OCP specifications, Open Rack v3, 400/800VDC, liquid-cooled systems, fault-managed power, and high-density AI/ML compute platforms
Preferred: active involvement in IEC/UL committees, OCP, or similar industry groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies
Hybrid work model