FE Regional Manager

Applus+ Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Applus+ QPS seeks an experienced Regional Field Evaluation Manager to lead and grow our U.S.-based Field Evaluation operations. This high-impact leadership role oversees Field Evaluation Inspectors, drives operational excellence, and serves as a key client-facing leader.

The role requires 5+ years in product testing and safety evaluations, strong leadership, and a willingness to travel across the U.S. and Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred, or CET, or Certified Electrician.
• 5+ years of experience in product testing and safety evaluations (TIC environment preferred).
• Prior experience managing or supervising Field Evaluation or inspection teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day Field Evaluation operations across the U.S.
• Coach, develop, and support a team of FE Inspectors to ensure quality and performance excellence.
• Manage the U.S. FE regional budget, including monthly and annual revenue forecasting.
• Serve as a point of contact for U.S.-based FE clients.
• Plan and coordinate field activities, including the use of external contractors.
• Handle client feedback and resolve complaints to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Corporate QA to resolve non-conformances and ensure compliance with all policies and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of Field Evaluation services, processes, and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, quotes, scheduling, and project distribution.
• Participate in audits, hiring, onboarding, and cross-regional collaboration initiatives.
• Travel within the U.S. (and occasionally Canada) for on-site evaluations, audits, and leadership engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Engagement

Communication

Travel Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Applus+ QPS is an accredited third-party testing, certification and field evaluation body for electrical and electronic products. Founded in 1995, it became a part of Applus+ Laboratories in 2020. Its headquarters are in Toronto, Canada and its certification offices in Ohio, US and the Netherlands, and its services are provided worldwide.

Applus+ QPS services enable its customers to meet national and international regulatory requirements related to electrical safety, energy efficiency, and explosive atmospheres and include:

Testing, certification and Field Evaluation for North American Market Access

Applus+ QPS has all the necessary accreditations and recognitions to provide market access for electrical and electronic products in North America. The Applus+ QPS marks and labels can be considered proof of compliance with applicable national standards.

This includes certification of Ex products, as well as compliance with energy efficiency requirements.

Applus+ QPS is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) by the US Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). It is also accredited as a certification and inspection body under SO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17020 standards and as an A2LA testing laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025).

Applus QPS is looking for an experienced Regional Field Evaluation Manager to lead and grow our U.S.-based Field Evaluation (FE) operations. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing a team.Field Evaluation Inspectors, driving operational excellence, and serving as a key client-facing leader.

If you’re passionate about product safety, field evaluations, and building high-performing teams—this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage day-to-day Field Evaluation operations across the U.S.
• Coach, develop, and support a team of FE Inspectors to ensure quality and performance excellence.
• Manage the U.S. FE regional budget, including monthly and annual revenue forecasting.
• Serve as a point of contact for U.S.-based FE clients.
• Plan and coordinate field activities, including the use of external contractors.
• Handle client feedback and resolve complaints to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Corporate QA to resolve non-conformances and ensure compliance with all policies and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of Field Evaluation services, processes, and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, quotes, scheduling, and project distribution.
• Participate in audits, hiring, onboarding, and cross-regional collaboration initiatives.
• Travel within the U.S. (and occasionally Canada) for on-site evaluations, audits, and leadership engagement.
• Manage, review, and approve expenses.
• Other duties as assigned to meet business demands.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred), or CET, or Certified Electrician.
• 5+ years of experience in product testing and safety evaluations (TIC environment preferred).
• Prior experience managing or supervising Field Evaluation or inspection teams.
• Strong leadership, project management, and client engagement skills.
• Deep knowledge of Field Evaluation processes, product safety testing, and U.S. regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the U.S. and Canada.
• Remote flexibility with meaningful national impact.
• Collaborative, global organization with strong growth opportunities.
• Leadership role with autonomy and influence.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and professional development.
• Energizing Work Atmosphere: Join a dynamic environment committed to delivering quality results and treating customers with the utmost respect.
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Applus+ QPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.