Job DescriptionSenior Project Engineer-Electrical Safety - Industrial - Lexington, KentuckyThe
Senior Project Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other International product safety standards, writing reports and communicating with clients. This position is also responsible for providing local expertise in one or more product categories and mentoring and training less senior technical personnel. This position has the potential for 50% travel.
Salary & Benefits InformationIndividual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
What you'll do:- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test.)
- Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
- Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
- Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
- Follow established test plan.
- Develop and set up test plans.
- Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
- Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to: rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, and laser.
- Mentor less senior technical personnel.
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to: spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi-meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, surge generator, over-voltage tester, environmental condition chamber, and articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
- Provide local technical expertise and maintain reviewer status in one or more product categories.
- Proactively develop and communicate test procedures, new test fixtures and report shells for local office.
- Investigate technical complaints for the local office and support accreditations efforts by performing technical audits locally.
- Demonstrate enough product and/or standards knowledge to be considered an expert in multiple product categories for the local office.
- Provide quotations for a large array of standards and complex projects and products.
- Actively represent Intertek by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations.
- Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
- Perform field labeling jobs.
- Follow sample handling procedures, ensuring that sample is logged in and out of the system. Move equipment as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
- Provide complex sales support such as giving presentations during client visits.
- Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
- Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
- Perform other work as required.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- 4+ years of hands-on lab testing/product compliance experience
- Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and safe driving record
- Model Intertek's 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
- Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
- Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and demonstrated communication skills, both verbally and written
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with excellent organization and time-management skills
- Microsoft Office software experience is a must have
- Must be customer focused and quality driven
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 50%
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:- Master's degree in engineering
- Familiar with on-site Industrial / certification requirements and procedures
- Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other International EMC/EMI compliance standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC
- Prior project management experience
