Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Safety, Remote, Northeast U.S.

Intertek; New York (NY); Remote; USD 95,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Engineer specializing in Electrical Safety. This remote role involves evaluating a variety of electrical products to ensure compliance with U.S. and international safety standards. You will conduct thorough testing, write detailed reports, and communicate findings to clients. The position offers a chance to work independently while mentoring junior engineers, making it ideal for a driven professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic environment. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity promises both professional growth and job satisfaction.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation / sick time (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in engineering with knowledge of product safety standards.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and make engineering judgments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and evaluation of products for compliance with safety standards.
• Provide local expertise and mentor less senior technical personnel.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical decision-making

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Safety Field Based, Remote, Northeast U.S.

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Remote Field Based Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Safety, preferably in the New Jersey area to join our Electrical team in out of the Cortland, NY lab.

Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.

Position: Senior Project Engineer - Electrical Safety Field Based

Location: Remote - Northeast U.S., preferably in the New Jersey area.

This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

The Field Based Senior Project Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. This Field Based Senior Project Engineer is also responsible for providing local expertise in one or more product categories and mentoring and training less senior technical personnel.

Salary & Benefits Information

The salary range for this position is $95K - $111K. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

When working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays.

What you’ll do:

• Independently conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for more complex projects. To do this, the Senior Project Engineer must:
• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
• Follow established test plan.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Conduct thorough construction review, document results.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to: rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, and laser.
• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Perform field labeling jobs.
• Provide local technical expertise and maintain reviewer status in one or more product categories.
• Proactively develop and communicate test procedures and report shells for Cortland, NY office.
• Investigate technical complaints and support accreditations efforts by performing technical audits locally.
• Provide quotations for a large array of standards and complex projects and products.
• Provide complex sales support such as giving presentations during client visits.
• Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
• Actively represent Intertek by participating on standards/industry committees and/or associations.
• Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
• Perform other work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters.
• Excellent communication skills, in both verbal and written formats.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 4+ years of directly relatable experience.
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC.
• Microsoft Office expertise.
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 75%.
• A valid driver's license and reliable driving record.

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in similar industry.
• Master's degree in engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License.

Intertek Total Quality Assured

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity.