Staff Engineer - Industrial

Intertek•Plano, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Staff Engineer to join their Electrical team in Plano, Texas. This role focuses on supporting the Industrial Team with project work, conducting audits, mentoring staff, and participating in technical standard development. The position involves travel of at least 25% of the time. Intertek's Electrical business line has over 100 years of expertise in product testing, helping clients meet safety, performance, environmental, and quality requirements across various industries including Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, and IT & Telecom Equipment. Intertek aims to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations globally, functioning as a Total Quality Assurance Provider.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Mechanical considered with relevant power experience)
10+ years of experience in power, utility, industrial, or electrical equipment engineering
Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics & one-lines, Mechanical drawings, Standards and technical specifications
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Ability to travel up to 25%, as business needs dictate
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience with utility, substation, or grid equipment
Familiarity with standards such as: IEEE C37 series, UL 891 / UL 1558 / UL 508A, NFPA codes, ANSI / CSA / IEC standards
Exposure to: Short-circuit studies, Temperature rise testing, Insulation coordination, Grounding & bonding requirements
Prior experience with utilities, EPCs, OEMs, or testing laboratories
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification
Project coordination or customer-facing technical experience

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply UL, IEEE, ANSI, CSA, IEC, and utility specifications to equipment under testing (EUT)
Conduct on-site and laboratory-based design reviews, construction inspections, and compliance assessments
Develop test plans, evaluation strategies, and certification pathways aligned to project scope and customer needs
Witness or conduct testing related to: Dielectric withstand & insulation coordination, Temperature rise & current ratings, Grounding & bonding, Mechanical integrity & enclosure protection, Environmental exposure & abnormal/fault conditions
Support preliminary design reviews (PDRs) for utility-facing and grid-connected equipment
Assist customers in resolving nonconformances and design gaps identified during evaluations
Develop laboratory capabilities to expand certification scope
Develop and execute training plans for less tenured engineers as well as provide mentorship for their project-work
Participate in standard development committees and report upcoming regulation changes to Chief Engineer(s)
Conduct audits at customer facilities and other Intertek locations
Participate in audits that take place at the Intertek Plano facility and assist in resolving identified non-conformities
Travel to customer facilities, factories, and substations as required
Other tasks as assigned by management