QA and Product Compliance Engineer

OJ drives, controllers and thermostats are subject to tough performance demands and stringent regulatory requirements. Making sure they excel consistently takes thorough testing, expert validation, and solid documentation. If you have experience with PRODUCT COMPLIANCE, EMC AND LVD, CERTIFICATION AND APPROVALS, and SYSTEMATIC TESTING, consider joining our team as a QA and Product Compliance Engineer.

OJ Electronics is looking for a QA and Product Compliance Engineer to help make sure our products live up to our customers’ expectations - also in terms of compliance with all applicable regulations.

As QA and Product Compliance Engineer, you’ll be involved in the demanding process of taking our products from technical development to verified, documented compliance. This includes planning and carrying out tests, supporting certification and approval processes, and making sure all required technical evidence is in place.

Joining our QA & Product Compliance department here in Sønderborg, you’ll work closely with engineers, other technical specialists, our in-house test center, and external testing laboratories. You’ll enjoy a varied workday, combining hands-on technical responsibilities with planning, documentation and coordination - giving you direct influence on the quality of our full range of products.

Your role

Reporting to the line manager in QA & Product Compliance, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, coordinating and executing product validation work
• Preparing test plans and ensuring that testing is completed and documented
• Carrying out conformance and acceptance testing
• Working with relevant standards and requirements, including EMC and LVD
• Supporting product certification and approval processes
• Coordinating testing and documentation with external test houses
• Preparing and maintaining technical compliance documentation
• Participating in internal audits and facilitating D-FMEA activities
• Providing technical support to colleagues across the organization
• Contributing to the work of our in-house test center
• Supporting the preparation and signing of CE and UKCA declarations

Must-have qualifications

• A technical education, such as an engineering degree or electronics technician qualification
• Experience with product testing and validation, including systematic test procedures and test planning
• Experience with product compliance and CE marking, including requirements under the Low Voltage, EMC and Radio Equipment Directives
• The ability to interpret EN, IEC, and similar standards and translate them into concrete development requirements
• Experience facilitating D-FMEA activities
• Experience with certification and product approval processes, including the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation and declarations of conformity
• Previous work experience in electronics, product testing, compliance or a similarly regulated technical environment
• A systematic, analytical approach to your work and the ability to collaborate with different technical specialists
• Good comprehension of both English and German

Nice-to-have qualifications

• Experience with internal audits and compliance reviews, ideally in an organization with an ISO 9001-based quality management system
• Knowledge of PPAP and how compliance documentation, such as material data, RoHS/REACH declarations and test reports, supports the approval of parts for series production
• Experience coordinating testing with external laboratories and certification bodies
• Experience with certifications such as UL/cUL or with market access outside the EU
• Practical involvement in test-center activities
• Experience providing technical support in cross-functional development projects

Working at OJ

At OJ Electronics, you’ll find an informal, open and collaborative culture where people take pride in doing quality work.

We offer:

• A flat organizational structure where decisions are made quickly
• Opportunities to grow your expertise and responsibility over time
• A healthy work-life balance and flexible working hours
• Competitive salary and pension package
• A modern workplace with canteen and good facilities

Employee satisfaction scores average 85 - and we take pride in maintaining a workplace where people truly thrive.

Please note that this position is based in Sønderborg, Denmark, and requires your physical presence on site. The position involves 5-10 travel days per year, depending on business needs and mutual agreement.

The application process

For this position, we will be interviewing on an ongoing basis until we find the right person.

About OJ Electronics

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Sønderborg, Denmark, OJ Electronics produces HVAC drives, AHU controllers, and underfloor heating thermostats. Our products are available through partners and distributors worldwide, and we have subsidiaries and sales offices in key markets, including the United States and Poland. Everywhere, we are known for our innovative approach, insistence on product quality, and deep application knowledge - all of which helps customers differentiate themselves in the market.

In June 2023, OJ Electronics was acquired by BITZER Electronics, a BITZER Group company also headquartered in Sønderborg. This makes OJ Electronics part of the BITZER Group family, which is represented at 75 locations in over 40 countries and employs some 4500 people worldwide, including about 185 at OJ Electronics.