Spec, Test and Validation

Detector Electronics LLC • Bloomington, MN

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About The Position

The Approvals Test Engineer manages approval projects by working with certification agencies to obtain product certification to safety and performance standards. As part of the Det-Tronics Engineering Approvals Team, the role supports obtaining and maintaining product compliance with applicable industry regulations. The engineer performs detailed product analyses and hands-on testing, prepares certification submissions, and consults with other teams on compliance matters, including sustaining and new product development, customer questions, and field-support needs.

The position works with product development teams to incorporate global hazardous-location and performance requirements, develops certification strategies and test plans, oversees and interprets results, prepares technical justifications and documents, and manages direct interactions with third-party agencies. It also supports existing certifications and audit preparation and participation.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• At least 3 years of experience testing products.
• At least 1 year of experience in approvals or compliance engineering.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, green card holder, or permanent resident due to contractual agreements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, with Electrical Engineering highly preferred.
• Experience with sustaining and new product development projects and strong working knowledge of product development processes, particularly verification and validation testing.
• Ability to understand safety and performance standard requirements and apply them to product evaluation through technical analysis and/or testing.
• Ability to follow department operating procedures and openness to continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting data and explaining test results to agencies and internal working groups.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and work within established company guidelines.
• Experience designing and certifying products for hazardous locations, including performance certifications.
• Experience with hazardous-location and/or performance standards such as FM, CSA, ATEX, and IECEx.

Responsibilities

• Interpret applicable safety and performance standards and apply their requirements to products.
• Participate in product development teams to ensure global hazardous-location and performance requirements are considered.
• Understand product requirements and develop certification strategies to meet them.
• Create test plans and oversee and interpret test results in accordance with company and industry standards and policies.
• Prepare technical justifications and documents demonstrating compliance with applicable standards.
• Interface directly with third-party certification agencies and manage projects with them.
• Write and execute test protocols in accordance with approval standards and procedures, record results, and write test reports.
• Maintain existing certifications, support audit preparations, and participate in audits.
• Consult with other working groups on compliance matters and respond to approvals-related questions from internal teams.
• Prioritize and manage work requests in an organized and timely manner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Career development programs and training opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Global mobility support.
• Participation in the Ownership Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree