Project Engineer - Safety - Lexington, KY

Intertek is searching for a Project Engineer - Safety to join our Electricalteam in our Lexington, Kentucky. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in ElectricalBy joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.

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.

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 Project Engineer - 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 is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Salary & Benefits Information

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 (PTO), 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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, articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
• Follow sample handling procedures, ensure that sample is logged into and out of the system. Move equipment as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
• Compile test results during construction review and testing. Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
• 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.

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:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• No experience required - recent grads considered
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and safe driving record
• Ability to travel to support on-site evaluation - up to 50% as business needs dictate, including overnight travel
• Excellent interpersonal and demonstrated communication skills, both verbally and written
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with excellent organization and time-management skills
• Microsoft Office software experience is a must have
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Applicants will be required to complete an I-9 to verify their eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering
• 1+ years of experience in electrical safety and product compliance
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other International product safety standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC is a plus

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 hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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* 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.