Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Safety, Remote, Northeast U.S.

Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Safety Field Based, Remote, Northeast U.S.

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Remote Field Based Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Safety, Northeast U.S., preferably in the New Jersey area to join our Electrical team in out of the Cortland, NY lab.

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. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Field Based Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.  This Field Based St. Project Engineer is also responsible for providing local expertise in one or more product categories and mentoring and training less senior technical personnel.

Salary & Benefits Information

The salary range for this position is $95K - $115K. 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, 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.

What you’ll do:

• Independently, conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for more complex projects. To do this, the Sr. Project Engineer must: 
  • 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. 
• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Perform field labeling jobs.
• Provide local technical expertise and maintain reviewer status in one or more product categories. 
• Proactively develop and communicate test procedures and report shells for Cortland, NY office. 
• Investigate technical complaints and support accreditations efforts by performing technical audits locally. 
• Provide quotations for a large array of standards and complex projects and products. 
• 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. 
• Actively represent Intertek by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations.
• Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments. 
• Perform other work as required.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. 

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Location: Remote - Northeast U.S., preferably in the New Jersey area
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 4 years of directly related experience
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards (i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC etc.)
• Up to 75% travel, as business dictates
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record

• Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way

• 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

• This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Reside in the New Jersey area
• Master's degree in engineering
• 6 years of directly related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) License

Intertek Total Quality Assured

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

#LI-AS1  #LI-REMOTE

*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. 

Backed by 125 years’ experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.