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At Bose Corporation we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years we have been a company built on innovation excellence and independence. Privately owned fiercely customer-focused and driven by our values we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions we are shaping the future of audio technology automotive luxury and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job DescriptionBose Corporation Luxury Division – McIntosh Laboratories
You know the moment. It’s the first notes of that song you love the intro to your favorite movie or simply the sound of someone you love saying “hello.” It’s in these moments that sound matters most.
At Bose we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth. We’ve dedicated ourselves to improving it for more than 60 years. And we’re passionate down to our bones about making whatever you’re listening to a little more magical.
The Engineering team at Bose is a thriving passionate deeply skilled team of professionals from a broad range of disciplines and experiences who share a common goal—to create products that provide transformative sound experiences.
About McIntosh Laboratory
McIntosh Laboratory Inc. has defined the highest standards in home audio performance since 1949. Our amplifiers speakers and audio systems come from Binghamton NY and are known worldwide for their unmatched sound quality timeless design and engineering excellence. We are seeking a Lead Certification Engineer to join our team and ensure every McIntosh product meets global safety EMC and environmental compliance requirements.
Position Summary
Luxury Engineering – A new business unit within Bose corporation is looking for a McIntosh Lead Certification Engineer who will own the product certification process across the portfolio—from concept through production release. This role will manage compliance strategy testing and documentation for all global market requirements ensuring timely product approvals and maintaining McIntosh’s reputation for uncompromising quality and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all regulatory certification activities for McIntosh products including safety EMC/EMI RF environmental and energy efficiency compliance.
- Develop and execute certification strategies and test plans in collaboration with design quality and manufacturing teams.
- Interface directly with certification bodies test laboratories and regulatory agencies (e.g. UL CSA CE FCC ISED etc.).
- Review and approve test reports risk assessments and supporting technical documentation for global market submissions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable standards (e.g. IEC/EN/UL 60065 62368-1 61000-6-x 55032 55035) and ensure designs comply from early stages.
- Serve as internal subject-matter expert for regulatory design guidance and pre-compliance testing.
- Coordinate with Corporate Compliance and Legal staff on environmental compliance for global markets including RoHS REACH WEEE California Prop 65 and other substance regulations.
- Maintain the McIntosh certification database and compliance records ensuring traceability and timely renewals.
- Support factory audits production inspections and change control to maintain certification validity throughout the product lifecycle.
- Mentor engineers and technicians on compliance best practices and emerging regulatory trends.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 7–10 years of experience in product compliance testing or certification engineering.
- Demonstrated experience with audio consumer electronics or RF products.
- In-depth knowledge of international safety and EMC standards and certification processes.
- Strong ability to interpret technical standards and communicate requirements to design teams.
- Proven experience working with third-party test labs and regulatory agencies.
- Excellent organizational documentation and communication skills.
Preferred
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Experience with wireless technologies (Bluetooth Wi-Fi) certification and test requirements.
- Familiarity with environmental and sustainability regulations for consumer electronics.
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering projects and teams.
Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.
Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- 7-10 years of experience in product compliance testing or certification engineering
- Experience with audio consumer electronics or RF products
- In-depth knowledge of international safety and EMC standards and certification processes
- Ability to interpret technical standards and communicate requirements to design teams
- Proven experience working with third-party test labs and regulatory agencies
- Excellent organizational documentation and communication skills
- Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Experience with wireless technologies (Bluetooth Wi-Fi) certification and test requirements
- Familiarity with environmental and sustainability regulations for consumer electronics
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering projects and teams
What the Team is Saying
Bose Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Retirement Support—Offers a 401(k) with employer match plus a separate Core Contribution along with disability and life insurance and access to financial coaching. Feedback suggests some U.S. employees may also have a defined‑benefit pension enhancing long‑term security for certain groups.
- Healthcare Strength—Provides medical dental pharmacy and vision coverage for employees and dependents alongside mental‑health EAP support a 24/7 nurse line and well‑being apps. FSAs/HSAs and additional protections like disability and life insurance contribute to comprehensive coverage.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Includes paid vacation sick/personal time company holidays and multiple paid leaves such as parental and family care. A hybrid work model for many roles adds further flexibility to time‑away options.
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What We Do
At Bose Corporation we’re powered by our legendary brands — Bose McIntosh and Sonus faber — bringing together more than 175 years of combined technical expertise craftsmanship and artistry. Founded by Dr. Amar Bose our company is driven by purpose and devoted to advancing what’s possible in audio — creating transformative experiences in the home on the go and on the road.
Why Work With Us
At Bose Corp. we’re united by a simple belief: sound is the most powerful force on earth. It moves us focuses us connects us. It’s why we exist to invent—advancing science and art—to deliver transformative experiences. Join us to invent what’s next—and unleash the power of sound together. Let’s Make Waves.
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