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Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. Engineer - Electrical Safety in Westerville, Ohio
Engineer Electrical Safety - Columbus, OH Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Engineer to join our Electrical team in Columbus, OH. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Electrical team. 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. What are we looking for? The Engineer position 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 both on and off-site. Salary & Benefits Information In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. What you'll do:
- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
- Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
- Perform electrical and mechanical testing of products in accordance with standards.
- 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 chambers, articulated probes. Use hand tools to build / calibrate test fixtures.
- Compile test results, analyze data, and product description information into report templates and shells. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
- Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- Provide more specialized "expertise" in one product category, i.e., become reviewer, resident expert, or obtain and maintain advanced product knowledge.
- Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
- Following 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 with S&R department assistance.
- Perform other work as required.
What it takes to be successful in this role:
Bachelor's degree in engineering.
0+ years directly related experience.
Microsoft Office expertise.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within e