Staff Engineer - Industrial

About the role

Intertek is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our Electrical team in Plano, Texas. This position supports the Industrial Team with project work, audits, mentoring, training, and participation in technical standard development. The role requires travel at least 25% of the time.

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 and 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 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation and sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement