Sr. Project Engineer, Lexington, KY

Intertek US•Lexington, KY

65d

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 Lexington, KY. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in electrical safety compliance. The Connected World team provides a complete range of services that allow clients to launch secure IoT products including cybersecurity assessments, network and product security certifications, software, wireless device and interoperability testing, and assurance services. With solutions to help clients rapidly launch secure, effective, high-performing products that meet global regulatory requirements, the team helps bring cutting-edge technology to market quickly with assurance of safety/security, quality, and performance. The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for independently conducting on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s) and regulatory requirements. This position is also responsible for providing local expertise in one or more product categories, mentoring and training less senior technical personnel, and assisting with scoping and scheduling project work for the assigned team. This position will primarily focus on EMC testing. This position will travel at least 25% of the time. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, paid parental leave, medical plan options, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
5+ years directly related experience; prefer prior project management experience.
Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC.
Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Excellent communication skills, in both verbal and written formats.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
Microsoft Office expertise.
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
Must be customer focused and quality driven.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
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

6+ years of experience in similar industry
Master’s degree in engineering.
Professional Engineering (PE) License.
Prior experience with EMC testing.

Responsibilities

Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and manufacturing instructions.
Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
Follow established test plan.
Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
Conduct thorough construction review, document results.
Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to: rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, and laser.
Train and mentor less senior technical staff.
Provide local technical expertise and maintain reviewer status in one or more product categories.
Proactively develop and communicate test procedures, new test fixtures and report shells for local office.
Investigate technical complaints for the local office and support accreditations efforts by performing technical audits locally.
Demonstrate enough product and/or standards knowledge to be considered an expert in multiple product categories for the local office.
Provide quotations for a large array of standards and complex projects and products.
Actively represent Intertek by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations.
Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
Perform field labeling jobs.
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 complex sales support such as giving presentations during client visits.
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.