Engineer - Electrical Safety

Intertek; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek in Plano, Texas is seeking an Engineer - Electrical Safety to join our team. You will perform testing and evaluation to national and international standards, document results, and communicate with clients.

Under supervision of a senior engineer, you will set up equipment, run tests, prepare preliminary design reviews, and contribute to final reports. The role requires up to 75% travel and a strong foundation in electrical engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (minimum).
• Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
• Compile test results and final report using established shell; submit for reviewer approval.
• Communicate project status and test results to client, sales, and management.
• Provide ongoing support to clients as needed.

Skills

Shop tools

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Verbal/written communication

Organization/time management

Customer service

Autonomy/initiative

Problem solving

Engineering judgments

Travel readiness

Mobility/travel readiness

Education

Electrical Engineering (Bachelor)

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor)

Tools

Control panels

Switchgears

Switchboards

Transformers

Industrial equipment

Job description

Job Description

Engineer - Electrical Safety – Plano, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking

Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Responsibilities

The Engineer - Electrical Safety is responsible for performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. Under the guidance of a more senior Engineer, may also conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). This position has the potential for 75% travel.

Salary & Benefits Information

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 you’ll do:

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
• Compile test results during construction review and testing. Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• No experience required - new grads considered
• Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
• Microsoft Office expertise
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 75%
• Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car, airplane and to perform all functions inherent to the position

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Fundamentals of engineering certificate / EIT
• Prior project management experience
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC
• Experience working with control panels, switchgears, switchboards, transformers, industrial skids, and other industrial equipment

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

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are 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 email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

• 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.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state‑of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

About The Team

Backed by 125 years' experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.