Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) – Hazardous Locations

CSA Group Bayern GmbH; Plattling; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site presence required

Partial home office possible

Company pension plan

Wellness program

Job summary

CSA Group is seeking a Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d) to join our HazLoc testing team in Plattling, Germany. You will test hazardous location equipment and contribute to a world-class laboratory environment, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.

The role requires electrical/mechanical tech background, proficiency with lab instruments, and the ability to work on-site at our Plattling facility with potential limited travel for field work.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or equivalent education/experience in electrical or mechanical tech.
• Associates degree in Engineering Technology or 3–5 years of related experience.
• Experience using lab equipment and test instruments (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Ability to read, interpret and develop engineering drawings and test data.
• Understand and follow operating principles and calibration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assumes total responsibility for the completion of assigned tests within negotiated time schedules.
• Conducts a wide range of test procedures on sample equipment to the applicable standards and interprets results of the test.
• Works with Certifiers confirming which tests are required; the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required.
• Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports.
• Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements.
• Determines whether product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier.
• Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing; operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision.
• Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carry out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.
• Responsible for follow-up for any non-conformances as a result of calibration, with guidance from supervisor.
• Responsible for the integrity of customer samples while in the laboratory as per company procedures.
• Interacts with jobholder / certifier to plan activities, exchange information, review and approve lab reports.
• May make field trips and assist in work outside the laboratories as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

German language

Education

Associates degree in Engineering Technology

3-5 years related experience

Tools

Power supplies

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Drills

Ovens

Compressors

Job description

Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today. Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from everyday household items to leading edge technology to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact. Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at CSA Group. A Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d) is required to join our team to work on the testing of hazardous location (HazLoc) equipment. This role will be based in our new state of the art facility in Plattling, Germany.

The Position

As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to test new and emerging products for safety before they hit the market. You will be involved in a world class organization dedicated to creating a better, safer, and more sustainable world.

Responsibilities

• Assumes total responsibility for the completion of assigned tests within negotiated time schedules.
• Conducts a wide range of test procedures on sample equipment to the applicable standards and interprets results of the test.
• Works with Certifiers confirming which tests are required; the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required.
• Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports.
• Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements.
• Determines whether product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier.
• Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing; operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision.
• Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carry out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.
• Responsible for follow-up for any non-conformances as a result of calibration, with guidance from supervisor.
• Responsible for the integrity of customer samples while in the laboratory as per company procedures.
• Interacts with jobholder / certifier to plan activities, exchange information, review and approve lab reports.
• May make field trips and assist in work outside the laboratories as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Education & Experience

• Technical Certificate or equivalent education and experience in electrical or mechanical technologies.
• Associates degree in Engineering Technology OR 3-5 years of related experience
• Use of various lab equipment, instruments and tools Practical knowledge of working with test and measurement instruments and equipment, such as: power supplies, multi meters, thermocouples and oscilloscopes, operation of machines such as drills, ovens and compressors.
• Must be able to read, interpret and develop engineering drawings and test data
• Must be able to understand and follow operating principles and calibration procedures, as well as general Laboratory procedures

Skills

• Ability to manage difficult or unusual projects simultaneously and meet promised delivery dates
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills and abilities to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be self-motivated and client-service oriented
• Demonstrated systematic problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, follow-through and evaluate assigned functions and duties
• Demonstrated ability to work with some supervision.
• Good communication skills and ability to provide feedback to less experienced personnel when needed
• Strong organizational, time and project management skills to complete job tasks independently and in a time-efficient manner
• Technical report writing
• Computer proficiency (Word processing, Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Good knowledge of German and English (written and spoken)
• Demonstrated awareness of safety principles

What we offer

• Innovative company with great growth potential and opportunities for employee participation.
• Internal networking with global experts.
• On-site presence is required.
• Partial home office is possible.
• Company pension plan
• Wellness program for a relaxed work-life balance
• Permanent direct employment and a future-proof job

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued.

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