AVP Technical Lead, Electrical – Hazardous Locations

FM; Chepachet (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Approvals is a leading international testing and certification body focusing on electrical equipment for hazardous locations. The successful candidate will manage the technical staff to ensure rigorous examination and testing worldwide, delivering products and services that meet FM and customer needs.

Expect 5–10% travel domestically and abroad. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and 8–10+ years in hazardous-location electrical equipment, with strong project

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Electronic Engineering required.
• 8 to 10+ years’ experience in electrical equipment for hazardous locations.
• Project management experience (personnel, tasks, budget, schedule) with familiarity with computerized tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage FM Approvals technical staff to ensure effective examination and testing of electrical equipment for hazardous locations worldwide.
• Provide products and services responsive to FM and customer needs.
• Support FM through risk service testing.
• Assist in identifying business opportunities to grow the business while maintaining leadership and credibility in relevant technologies.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Electrical standards knowledge

Education

BS in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

FM Approvals is a leading international testing and certification body focusing on electrical equipment for hazardous locations. The successful candidate will manage the technical staff to ensure rigorous examination and testing worldwide, delivering products and services that meet FM and customer needs.

Expect 5–10% travel domestically and abroad. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and 8–10+ years in hazardous-location electrical equipment, with strong project