Technical Specialist Electrical Safety Field Labels UL, CSA, NFPA

Technical Specialist - Electrical Safety Field Labels - UL CSA NFPA

Intertek a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies is actively seeking a Technical Specialist - Electrical Safety Field Labels - UL CSA NFPAto join our Electrical team in Fridley Minnesota. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Electrical Industry.

Interteks 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 Interteks 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 products success.

What are we looking for

This Technical Specialist position is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of medical products to the provisionsof U.S. Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.

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 youll do:

Listed examples are illustrative and representative of the tasks required of this position and are not intended to becomplete or exclusive.

• Independently conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicablestandard(s). To do this role the Technical Specialist must:
  • Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment undertest)
  • 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 torating leakage current dielectric temperature pressure stability mechanical hazard flammabilityabnormal and fault insurance rain radiation sound and laser.
• Supply information for quotes such as length of project site needed rental equipment samples and standardsthat will be used.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Develop and set up test plans.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including but not limited to: spectrum analyzer oscilloscope multimeterdielectric strength tester ground continuity tester digital multi-meter surge generator over-voltagetester environmental condition chamber and articulated probes. 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 asneeded through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
• Provide sales support such as attending client visits.
• 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.

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:

• Bachelors degree in the sciences OR the equivalent in terms of education / experience / training
• A valid drivers license and reliable driving record
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 75%
• Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Be aware of and adhere to safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety as well as the safety of otherswho may be affected by your actions at work
• Ability to work in fast-paced multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload with efficient time management
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
• Must be customer focused and quality driven

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Engineering degreein related area
• Previous experience in US Canadian and other international product safety standards (UL CSA IEC etc.)
• Prior project management experience

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

Interteks network of phenomenal peopleare 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 call 1- (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.