Project Engineer Fire Resistance Testing

Project Engineer - Fire Resistance Testing - Elmendorf TX

Intertek a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies is actively seeking aProject Engineer - Fire Resistance Testingto join our Building & Construction team inElmendorf TX.

Interteks Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture engineering and construction disciplines developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Interteks project-related assurance testing inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability safety and performance of your new developments existing assets and is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.We go beyond Testing Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide.Our Purpose: Bringing quality safety and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for

TheProject Engineer - Fire Resistance Testingis responsible for providing engineering services for the test lab including analyses calculations building code research and special testing. This position may travel at least 15% of the time.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $70000 - $80000. 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 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:

• Follow and enforce all safety requirements and company policies
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Perform necessary calculations to support designs and simulations
• Prepare working drawings using information collected from various sources for new products fabrication tools and dies curtain wall and special test chambers new machinery and equipment

• Assume total responsibility for projects as assigned including but not limited to the following:

  Communicate with clients on building codes test preparation procedures results and reporting matters
  Coordinate test schedule with available personnel and equipment schedule
  Write test protocols when required and obtain approvals as necessary
  Review and thoroughly understand contract requirements and document any deviations. Advise clients of extra costs as they are incurred
  Assist in preparation of major proposals via pre-bid meetings and on-site inspections. Follow-up with personnel and equipment allocations
  Review and understand budgeted personnel and equipment taking full responsibility to operate within budget (maintain profitability)
  Perform necessary research on special test projects
  Prepare and submit accurate and concise reports on all projects assigned

• Review of projects requiring a P.E. seal if licensed Engineer
• Provide manufacturer in-plant witness/consulting services
• Meet all quality requirements as stated in the laboratory Quality Manual
• Research and implement new test areas and engineering services
• Attend and participate in industry meetings as required
• Perform other work as required
  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering or closely related field of physical science or educational equivalent
• Technical competence to effectively communicate test procedures specifications and results with customers while possessing skills in diplomacy conducive to working with clients through technically challenging compliance issues
• Capability of working both individually and within a team
• Proven leadership skills sufficient to supervise subordinate engineers and other technical team members
• Good research documentation record keeping and technical writing skills
• Valid drivers license and reliable driving record is required
• Expected to travel as business needs dictate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of construction material characteristics and applications manufacturing techniques supply sources and engineering principles
• E.I.T. minimum preferred
• Knowledge of the U. S. Building Codes and applicable ASTM standards building design and construction and modern construction materials and method.

• Complete working knowledge of all equipment test methods and applicable specifications associated with areas of responsibility

• Ability to understand and apply new test methods and procedures for assigned projects

  
  

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 emailor call 1- (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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