Sr. Project Engineer, Building and Construction

Intertek•Madison, WI

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join its Building & Construction team. This role focuses on the evaluation of specialty fenestration products for resistance to windstorm, ballistic, blast, and forced-entry events. The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for developing certification documentation, serving as a primary technical liaison with clients, and providing subject matter expertise. This position will also mentor less senior technical staff and involves an estimated 15% travel. The role is based in Middleton, WI, with potential for hybrid or remote arrangements for qualified candidates in other locations such as Elmendorf, TX or York, PA. Intertek's Building and Construction division is a leader in providing innovative product and project solutions through assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field
4-6 years of directly related experience
Experience with U.S., Canadian, or international product safety standards (e.g., ASTM, NFPA, UL/ULC)
Willingness and ability to travel as business needs dictate
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required
Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Fenestration system and/or model building code experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make independent engineering judgements within defined parameters
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Responsibilities

Independently evaluate specialty fenestration products for resistance to windstorm, ballistic, blast, and forced-entry events.
Develop certification documentation.
Serve as a primary technical liaison with clients.
Provide subject matter expertise in one or more product categories.
Mentor less senior technical staff.
Develop evaluation and test plans for fenestration assemblies addressing windstorm, ballistic, blast, and/or forced-entry resistance.
Conduct detailed research of building codes and applicable product standards to identify qualification requirements.
Communicate project status, test results, and technical findings to clients, sales, and management.
Generate certification documents based on testing and analytical review.
Train and mentor junior technical staff.
Maintain reviewer status and technical authority in one or more product categories.
Support complex sales activities, including quotations, presentations, and client visits.
Represent Intertek through participation in industry standards committees and professional associations.