Sr. Project Engineer - Energy

Intertek US • Plano, TX

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About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Sr. Project Engineer to join our Electrical team in Plano, TX. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing. Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with focus on electrical circuits, renewable energy.
• 5+ years' experience in a directly related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work in 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.
• A valid driver's license and reliable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Prior project management experience.
• Prior direct experience in renewable energy field.
• Direct experience and knowledge on intricacies of the US, Canadian, and other international product safety standards such as UL 9540, UL 9540A, UL 1741, UL 3141, UL 1973, UL 1703, PV Trackers - UL 3703 (ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Perform certification, testing work including but not limited to Batteries, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), Combiner Boxes, On Grid & Off-Grid Inverters, DC-DC Convertors, PV Modules.
• Read and understand client-provided or otherwise published performance or product safety standards.
• Read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
• Follow established test plan.
• Set up and operate EUT (equipment under test); perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Conduct construction review, create evaluation reports and test plans, conduct and/or witness testing, resolve technical and/or administrative issues to power electronics standards.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including but not limited to: Temperature/Humidity Chambers; Programmable Power Supplies; PLC or other controllers; pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric actuators; AC/DC power supplies and loads; 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.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous vacation / sick time (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees