Project Engineer - HVAC Safety

Intertek•Columbus, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Project Engineer – HVAC Safety to join our Electrical team PPE Department in Columbus, Ohio. Intertek's Electrical business line has over 100 years of product testing expertise, helping clients meet safety, performance, environmental, and quality requirements for various markets. We serve industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, and IT & Telecom Equipment. Our global network of laboratories employs experts who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification. Intertek is committed to reducing risk for consumers, brands, and organizations worldwide, acting as a Total Quality Assurance Provider. Our purpose is to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a directly related field
Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 25%
A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
HVAC Safety Testing/Certification
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written, and presentation formats
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the workplace, 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

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
HVAC experience
Engineer in Training (EIT)
Prior project management experience
Experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC

Responsibilities

Independently perform testing and evaluation on a variety of products to U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards.
Write reports and communicate with clients.
Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
Perform testing of products in accordance with standards, including but 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.
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 sales support such as attending client visits.
Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
Perform other duties as required.