Life Safety & Security Engineer – Entry‑Level

Intertek Global; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek is seeking an Engineer-Life Safety & Security to join our Electrical Safety team in Arlington Heights, IL. You will perform electrical testing, evaluate products for compliance, and document results for reports and clients.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a willingness to travel up to 15%. We offer a base salary range and comprehensive benefits as part of a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• No experience required; new grads considered.
• Must be able to work on-site, full-time.
• 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 environment.
• Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and solve problems.
• Travel up to 15% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Under guidance of a senior engineer, evaluate products for compliance with standards.
• Read and apply national codes and standards clauses for EUT.
• Read schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform simple repairs as needed.
• Develop and set up test plans and protocols.
• Document test results and compile final reports.
• Communicate status and results to clients and management.
• Travel as required to client sites.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Customer service

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Dielectric strength tester

Ground continuity tester

Surge generator

Environmental test chamber

Job description

Intertek is seeking an Engineer-Life Safety & Security to join our Electrical Safety team in Arlington Heights, IL. You will perform electrical testing, evaluate products for compliance, and document results for reports and clients.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a willingness to travel up to 15%. We offer a base salary range and comprehensive benefits as part of a competitive compensation package.