Associate Engineer

Eurofins; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing in Cary, NC is seeking an Associate Engineer for a technical and client-facing role in a growing team. The position involves evaluating products against Hazardous Locations standards and preparing technical reports, test plans, and certificates.

Some travel to client sites may be required. Applicants should have an engineering background and experience with UL/CSA/IEC electrical and mechanical testing.

Qualifications

• Experience with Hazardous Locations standards (UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60079, UL 1203, UL 121201).
• Experience with ordinary location standards (UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1, 62841).
• Experience in electrical and mechanical testing to UL/CSA/IEC/EN standards including 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1, 62841.
• Engineering educational background.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of products designed to national, regional and international standards for use in Hazardous Locations.
• Preparation of technical reports, technical files and certificates.
• Preparation of test plans and working with the test engineer to conduct tests correctly and safely.
• Occasional conducting of tests either in the Eurofins labs or at customer sites.
• Technical advice meetings with clients.
• Preparation of test reports.
• Occasional travel domestically or internationally.
• Preparation of quotations in partnership with the sales team.

Skills

Hazardous Locations standards

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

Engineering background

US work authorization

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Test equipment handling

Standards references UL/CSA/IEC

Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins are a global leader in E&E testing, inspection and certification services. With a network of over 900 laboratories in 62 countries and over 62,000 dedicated employees, Eurofins is one of the international leaders of the testing industry. Eurofins E&E is an international network of laboratories offering expert and unbiased product safety and approvals services for electrical and electronics products. With accredited laboratories strategically located close to European, American and Asian production hubs, our comprehensive portfolio is available to both industrial and retail clients through a single point of contact.

Job Description

This is both a technical and client-facing role that would suit someone who is currently working for a manufacturer of process or industrial equipment in a product design capacity or working for a certification body or test laboratory; and who is enthusiastic, pragmatic, and thorough and who enjoys being part of a small, growing team. Experience is preferred at this stage, but we are also willing to discuss other roles and opportunities with newly qualified candidates. Senior roles may include responsibility for review of draft reports and mentoring trainee certification engineers.

Associate Engineer Duties

• Assessment of products designed to national, regional and international standards for use in Hazardous Locations.
• Preparation of technical reports, technical files and certificates.
• Preparation of test plans and working with the test engineer to conduct tests correctly and safely.
• Occasional conducting of tests either in the Eurofins labs or at customer sites.
• Technical advice meetings with clients.
• Preparation of test reports.
• Occasional travel domestically or internationally.
• Preparation of quotations in partnership with the sales team.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with standards for Hazardous Locations including, but not limited to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60079 series, UL 1203 and UL 121201.
• Experience with ordinary locations standards to include, but not limited to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1 and 62841.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical testing ideally to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1 and 62841. Experience in electrical and mechanical testing ideally to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60079 series.
• An engineering associated educational background.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Employee Standards

• Support department objectives and company goals.
• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Adhere to manager directives.
• Be punctual and arrive to work prepared for the day ahead.
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest and professional manner.
• Be respectful of others.
• Ability to follow procedures but also suggest improvements when noticed.
• Health and safety requirements to be at the forefront of your work.

Additional Information

Position is full-time working, Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Cary, NC are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.