Technical Specialist - Electrical Safety Field Labels - UL, CSA, NFPA

Intertek•Fridley, MN

About The Position

Technical Specialist - Electrical Safety Field Labels - UL, CSA, NFPA Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Technical Specialist - Electrical Safety Field Labels - UL, CSA, NFPA to join our Electrical team in Fridley, Minnesota. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Electrical Industry. 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. What are we looking for? This Technical Specialist position is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of medical products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. Salary & Benefits Information In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, OR the equivalent in terms of education / experience / training
A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
Ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 75%
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
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
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 possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree in related area
Previous experience in US, Canadian, and other international product safety standards (UL, CSA, IEC, etc.)
Prior project management experience

Responsibilities

Independently conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).
Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test)
Read and understand 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.
Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
Develop and set up test plans.
Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to: spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multimeter, 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.
Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
Perform other work as required.