Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Safety

Role Description 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 role also involves providing local expertise in one or more product categories and mentoring and training less senior technical personnel. What you’ll do: 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 mechanical and electrical schematics and manufacturing instructions. Validate the project scope and sample applicability. 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, including core tests such as: rating leakage current dielectric temperature pressure stability mechanical hazard flammability abnormal and fault insurance rain radiation sound 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 accreditation 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 ongoing support to clients as needed. Actively represent Intertek by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations. Identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments within policy guidelines. Perform other work as required. Qualifications 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 guidelines 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.) Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written, and presentation formats Must be customer-focused and quality-driven Requirements Up to 75% travel, as business dictates Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States Benefits Salary range: $95K - $115K Paid time off Paid holidays Paid parental leave Medical plan options Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) plan with company matching Tuition reimbursement More benefits available