Life Safety & Security Project Engineer - Impactful Testing

Intertek CEA; Arlington Heights, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Project Engineer for Life Safety and Security in Arlington Heights, IL. You will perform testing and evaluation to determine compliance with safety standards, write reports, and interact with clients.

The role may require up to 25% travel and involves mentoring junior staff and supporting quotes. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of relatable experience.
• Ability to work on-site, full-time.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Follow sample handling procedures and manage samples within the system.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) on and off site.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment and build/calibrate fixtures.
• Perform testing of products according to standards (rating, leakage, dielectric, etc.).
• Mentor less senior technical personnel and provide client support as needed.
• Communicate project status and test results to clients, sales, and management.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office

On-site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Intertek is seeking a Project Engineer for Life Safety and Security in Arlington Heights, IL. You will perform testing and evaluation to determine compliance with safety standards, write reports, and interact with clients.

The role may require up to 25% travel and involves mentoring junior staff and supporting quotes. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous