FM Approvals Electrical Engineer

FM

$80K — $110K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Electro-Mechanical preferred) plus 2+ years of related experience
  • Experience in product certification, testing, or manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with third-party certification processes and industry performance standards
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting test data and forming technical conclusions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with client-facing experience
  • Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities in fast-paced environments
  • Effective problem-solving and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications
  • Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn

Responsibilities

  • Conduct hands-on product testing and analysis in FM Approvals labs and at customer locations
  • Provide instruction to laboratory personnel executing required testing
  • Analyze test data and communicate results to customers and leadership
  • Prepare detailed technical reports and product certificates for review
  • Develop comprehensive project proposals including testing scope and cost estimates
  • Manage project timelines to ensure goals and deadlines are met
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in testing efficiency and accuracy

Benefits

  • Participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program
  • Enjoy an incentive plan and generous health and well-being programs
  • 401(k) and pension plan included
  • Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible work options and time off allowances
Full Job Description
As an Electrical Engineer, you will evaluate innovative technologies and products to certify their compliance with FM Approvals standards, industry performance codes, and global certification requirements. Under the guidance of Technical Team Managers, you will:

Technical Evaluation & Testing
  • Conduct hands-on product testing and analysis in FM Approvals labs and at customer locations.
  • Provide clear instruction to laboratory personnel executing required testing.
  • Analyze test data, draw accurate conclusions, and communicate results to customers and leadership.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports and product certificates for final review.

Project Leadership
  • Develop comprehensive project proposals, including testing scope, procedures, and cost estimates.
  • Manage multiple project timelines effectively to ensure goals and deadlines are met.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy.

Expertise Development
  • Build deep technical knowledge within assigned product or technology categories.
  • Gain increasing proficiency in FM Approval Standards and other global product testing standards and directives.
  • Tackle special technical assignments as your expertise grows.


Qualifications

  • MS or BS in Engineering, Electrical or Electro-Mechanical highly preferred + 2+ years of related experience.
  • Experience in product certification, testing, or manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with third-party certification processes and industry performance standards.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret test data and form sound technical conclusions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong client-facing capabilities.
  • Outstanding organizational, time management, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced setting.
  • Effective problem-solving abilities, collaboration skills, and professional influence.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow


This role is ideal for engineers who love hands-on testing, enjoy diving into detailed technical standards, and are excited to contribute to globally recognized certification processes. If you're motivated, curious, and driven to make an impact, you'll feel right at home here.

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.

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