Project Engineer - Energy/Safety

About the role

The Project Engineer - Energy/Safety 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 will travel at least 25% of the time.

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.
• Mentor less senior technical personnel.
• 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.
• Provide more specialized "expertise" in one product category, i.e., become reviewer, resident expert, or obtain and maintain advanced product knowledge.
• Develop and set up test plans.
• Perform field jobs.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to: oscilloscope, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, environmental condition chamber, articulated probes, etc.
• 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 or meetings.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 2+ years directly related experience
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• 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 deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
• 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
• Ability to travel 25%, as business needs dictate

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• Prior project management experience for multiple tasks
• Experience directly related to product safety testing or certification
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards (i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC)
• Familiar with EV charger, inverter, energy storage and other similar appliances

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages, including a base wage or salary range of $105,000 - $120,000, with individual compensation packages based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement, and more.

Pay

$105,000 - $120,000

Schedule

Full-time