Field Evaluation Representative (Cleveland)

CSA Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CSA Group is seeking an Electrical Field Evaluation Representative to provide field evaluation services to clients across the United States. You will perform technical evaluations of non-certified equipment, review engineering drawings, and generate detailed reports for required alterations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or technical degree in engineering or related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 75% to client sites and laboratories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related sciences; or Engineering Technology or Associate’s degree; or Electrician; or related technical field.
• Certification / Lab Testing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and general lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical evaluations of non-certified equipment according to specified code and requirements.
• Communicate with clients to schedule inspections, review costs, and provide technical information.
• Review drawings and submit detailed technical reports for required alterations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Lab and colleagues on procedural issues and past practices.
• Travel as needed up to 75%.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Decision making

Organization

Read drawings

Read test data

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Engineering/related sciences

Engineering Technology or Associate’s degree

Electrician or related technical field

Tools

Calibrated measurement instruments

High voltage test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today. Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact. Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary: CSA Group has an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Field Evaluation Representative to provide services to clients throughout the US. As a one-time evaluation program, CSA Group’s field evaluation services help manufacturers get their products into the North American market when certification is not a viable option yet proof of compliance to local requirements is still needed.

Responsibilities:

• Perform technical evaluations of non-certified equipment according to specified code (or in combination with other applicable requirements). Ensures product meets technical requirements and is free of potential for fire and shock hazards.
• Decisions are based on field evaluations and testing under the Field Evaluation program.
• Technically competent to evaluate all products, including new and unique products, with assistance of other technical staff as necessary.
• Communicate with clients in a professional manner to schedule inspection appointments, review costing procedures, answer questions, and provide technical information service and direction based on the scope of the Field Evaluation program.
• Reviews submitted technical drawings for evaluation.
• Document, with sufficient detail, technical reports for required alterations to sub-standard equipment.
• Reviews details of corrective action with client.
• Conduct research on technical and procedural issues, including: technical research on standards, Field Evaluation Guidelines.
• Collaborates with Engineering, Lab and colleagues with respect to procedural issues, interpretation and past practices.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related Sciences; or Engineering Technology or Associates Degree; or Electrician; or related technical field.

Preferred Experience:

• Certification / Lab Testing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, as well as general laboratory procedures.

Knowledge of:

• U.S. and Canadian based electrical standards and ability to apply these standards to local installation requirements and/or codes (eg. NEC, CEC, NFPA 790 & 791, SPE-1000, and SPE-3000) NEC, NFPA and UL standards.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills; self-starter; good decision-making skills and organizational skills.
• Technically competent to evaluate all products, including new and unique products, with assistance of other technical staff as necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple inspection files and changing schedules and deadlines with supervision.
• Ability to use calibrated measurement instruments, high voltage test equipment, hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and test data.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong conflict resolution skills to be able to handle difficult situations.
• Good command in English language skill written and oral.

Travel:

• Ability to travel as needed and/or with short notice (up to 75% travel)

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued.

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CSA Group’s Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) services help customers around the world demonstrate compliance, build trust, and bring safe, reliable products to market. CSA Group’s Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) organization supports market access and innovation, addressing the compliance of emerging, complex technologies through expert testing, inspection, and certification services. CSA Group provides comprehensive testing, inspection, and certification services that help global manufacturers demonstrate compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and performance requirements. We support our clients’ needs in bringing their products to market with confidence, offering deep technical expertise and industry-leading service delivery across a wide range of current and emerging technologies. Our knowledgeable and helpful assistance builds trust in products, systems, and innovations used every day around the world. 140+ International Markets Our global labs provide certification services to help you access over 140 markets worldwide. Established Credibility We are a true global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, with the CSA mark appearing on billions of qualified products worldwide. Faster, Reliable Results Our turnaround times can help get your product to market with speed and efficiency.