Engineer - Electrical Safety

Intertek•Mcgraw, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer position is responsible for 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. Under the guidance of a more senior Engineer, may also conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering
Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
Microsoft Office expertise
Must possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license and clean driving record
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Excellent customer service skills
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 25%
Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car, airplane and to perform all functions inherent to the position
Applicants will be required to complete an I-9 to verify their eligibility to work in the U.S.
Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
Mechanical or electrical aptitude
Prior project management experience
Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards.

Responsibilities

Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
Compile test results during construction review and testing. Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
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.