Technical Specialist

Intertek USA; Plano (TX); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Intertek seeks a Technical Specialist to join our Electrical team in Plano, Texas. The role involves independent testing and evaluation to U.S. and international standards, preparing reports, and communicating with clients.

The position requires up to 75% travel and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will perform setup and calibration of equipment, develop test plans, and interface with clients and sales staff.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology or a similar field (or equivalent experience).
• No experience required for entry level.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management.
• Customer service orientation.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Physics; mechanical and electrical knowledge is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Validate the project scope and equipment applicability.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs as needed.
• Perform calibration of equipment per standards.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) on and off site.
• Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
• Compile test results and final report using a standard report shell.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Independent work

Travel up to 75%

Time management

Customer service

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in science/tech or equivalent

Physics degree preferred

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Technical Specialist – Plano, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Electricalteam in Plano, Texas.

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success.Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Technical Specialist 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 position will travel at least 75% of the time.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Validate the project scope and equipment applicability.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Perform calibration of equipment in accordance with standards.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
• Compile test results during construction review and testing. Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
• Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
• Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
• Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
• Perform other work as required.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology or similar degree OR the equivalent in terms of education, experience and/or training
• No experience required
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• 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, multi-tasking environment
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate (up to 75%)

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics
• Mechanical and electrical knowledge a plus

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. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

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 peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please [e-mail] call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.