What's the role?
We believe that great products begin with great people — experts who are passionate about quality, compliance, and innovation. As part of our certification team, you will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet international regulatory requirements and reach global markets safely and efficiently.
In this position, you will take ownership of product certification, with a strong focus on tool approvals including robotics.. Working closely with development teams and external certification bodies, you will help us maintain the highest standards while contributing to the success of our technology-driven product portfolio.
Who is Hilti?
Hilti is the place where innovation is harnessed to improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in the global construction industry and beyond. It's where solutions are born based on strong customer relationships, making it possible to build a better future. It's where 34,000 people across 120 different locations worldwide take pride in being part of the team. It's where people have the opportunity to explore their possibilities, unleash their potential, take responsibility for their personal development, and build their careers for the long term.
From the construction, simulation and design of the products, to the production of our own prototypes, to system testing and certification of our power tools - our innovation comes from our own research and development laboratories.
What does the role involve?
Growing demands in our development projects require timely executions of worldwide approvals for the tools transferred to you. This takes place in coordination with our marketing and product development teams.
In this context, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities related to product approvals and regulatory compliance. Your role is essential in ensuring that our products meet international safety standards and regulations before they are launched in global markets.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Managing global certification for energy driven tools
- Approvals of products with radio technology (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE)
- Driving approval processes for robotic systems, including aspects of functional safety and semi-autonomous functionality
- Coordinating global market access activities in collaboration with external certification bodies and test labs
- Supporting development teams with regulatory requirements during the product design phase
- Monitoring changes in relevant standards and regulations (e.g., RED, FCC, CE, etc.)
- Supporting cross-functional projects involving new compliance areas, such as cybersecurity
The advertised post is a development position: the tasks and responsibilities described above will offer you an opportunity to demonstrate and develop your management skills. In the event of suitability, advancement to a position with greater responsibility is possible.
93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.
What do we offer?
We offer you a unique place to work, in which you are part of a creative and interdisciplinary team. We will give you a lot of responsibility to develop yourself and we´ll support you in shaping your individual career path.
In addition, we offer you innovative and personalized Benefits, such as
- Internal mentoring program
- In-house fitness area with training courses
- Flexible working arrangements
- Mobile working (up to 50% of the monthly working time)
- Subsidised monthly and annual public transport subscriptions
- Free charging pole for electric cars
- Company pension scheme (employer-financed)
- Subsidy for childcare
- Summer holiday care for children
- Two impactful days to make a difference in the environment and society
Further benefits:
- Support in relocating and finding a flat
- Tax advice
The mission of the Hilti Group is "Making Construction Better," based on a passionate and inclusive team, as well as an employee and performance-oriented corporate culture. Integrity, courage, teamwork, and commitment are essential for Hilti - both today and tomorrow. We are proud to say that we not only talk about our values but also live them every day.
What you need is:
- A university degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in product certification
- Solid knowledge in radio compliance (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE) and global market access is beneficial
- Experience in robotic approvals, particularly in functional safety or semi-autonomous driving systems, is a plus
- Openness and motivation to explore new areas such as cybersecurity
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with external certification bodies and internal stakeholders across multiple business units
- A collaborative mindset with a strong sense of initiative and ownership
- Strong analytical skills combined with an entrepreneurial approach
- Proactive attitude with the determination to push topics forward and achieve results
- Fluency in English is essential; German is a plus
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
Why should you apply?
Your technical know-how, your open-mindedness and quick comprehension, your courage and your commitment to improve things complement our team perfectly!
During your job interview you will spend some time with us and get to know our company. Thus you will get a feeling for the job and our corporate culture.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is central to our corporate culture. We welcome people with different identities and experiences and encourage diversity of thought. Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive work environment for a passionate & inclusive team. Hilti also stands for equal opportunities, we therefore welcome applications from people with severe disabilities.
Contact: Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH I Miriam Fries I Human Resources
Should you encounter technical problems during your application, please contact mycareer-techsupport@hilti.com.