Engineer - Lighting Safety Testing
About the role
Intertek is actively seeking an Engineer – Lighting Safety Testing to join our Electrical team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The Engineer – Lighting Safety Testing 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 position has the potential for 25% travel.
What you'll do
- 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.
- 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.
- Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
- Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to: spectrum analyzer, 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. 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.
- Mentor less senior technical personnel.
- Provide more specialized "expertise" in one product category, i.e., become reviewer, resident expert, or obtain and maintain advanced product knowledge.
- Perform field labeling jobs.
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- 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.
- Perform other duties as required.
Minimum requirements & qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- No experience is required
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 25%
- A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
- Safety Testing/Certification
- 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
- 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
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
- HVAC experience
- Engineer in Training (EIT)
- Prior project management experience
- Experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC
Pay & benefits
The base wage or salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.