Engineering Technician — Lab Testing & Certification

FM; Glocester (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Approvals is an international leader in third-party testing and certification services, providing verification for loss prevention products in commercial facilities. The role involves performing tests, setting up equipment, and presenting clear data, while adhering to safety protocols including firefighter turnout gear and respirator use.

The position emphasizes collaboration, communication, and ongoing professional development within a diverse, global team and a long-standing certification

Qualifications

• Education: High School / Trade School or Military specialist experience.
• Experience (Eng Tech): 3 years general construction and 1 year laboratory experience ideal.
• Laboratory testing, product assembly, equipment repair, mathematical computation or data tabulation; use of laboratory test equipment and computer literacy.
• Good mechanical skills with familiarity of common hand tools and power tools, ability to work independently.
• Must be able to work while wearing full Firefighter's Turnout gear with SCBA for an extended period of time in a wet and smoky environment.
• Must be able to obtain certification for using a personal respirator and work while wearing one for an extended period of time in a wet and smoky environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills (oral and written) and ability to work effectively as a team.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds (unassisted); up to 75 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tests, investigations or experiments; may require minor test setup modifications.
• Select, set up, operate standard test equipment and record sound test data; fabricate testing apparatus.
• Set-up and tear-down operations for routine investigations and tests.
• Troubleshoot problems and take corrective actions; collect data and prepare reports in prescribed formats.
• Provide advice in areas of specialization to supervisors and peers; stay informed on testing procedures and advances.

Skills

Lab testing

Product assembly

Equipment repair

Data tabulation

Mathematical computation

Lab equipment use

Computer literacy

Mechanical skills

Independence

SCBA / safety gear

Respirator certification readiness

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School / Trade School or Military specialist experience

Job description

FM Approvals is an international leader in third-party testing and certification services, providing verification for loss prevention products in commercial facilities. The role involves performing tests, setting up equipment, and presenting clear data, while adhering to safety protocols including firefighter turnout gear and respirator use.

The position emphasizes collaboration, communication, and ongoing professional development within a diverse, global team and a long-standing certification