Deputy Technical Manager - ASTA Certification

To support in leading the technical execution, delivery, and integrity of ASTA type certification activities for low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) switch gear assemblies and transmission‑distribution equipment, the role ensures compliance with applicable international standards and accreditation requirements (ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC 17025, and ASTA certification procedures) while driving technical excellence, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

• Lead and manage ASTA certification projects, including test planning, execution, and certification of LV/MV equipment.
• Interpret and apply relevant IEC and international standards for TDE product evaluation.
• Conduct technical reviews, safety evaluations, and certification decision support.
• Ensure compliance with ASTA procedures and accreditation requirements.
• Prepare detailed test plans aligned with applicable standards and certification schemes.
• Coordinate with external laboratories, local and international, for test execution.
• Witness testing activities in accordance with ASTA requirements and ensure accurate recording of results.
• Liaise with laboratories and service providers to resolve technical issues during testing.
• Engage with customers to understand technical requirements and provide guidance on compliance pathways.
• Support sales teams with technical inputs, feasibility assessments, and cost estimations.
• Participate in customer meetings and technical discussions to support project acquisition and delivery.
• Educate clients on standards, certification requirements, and product compliance expectations.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to certification engineers.
• Support competency development within the engineering team.
• Promote best practices in certification, testing, and documentation.
• Prepare and review ASTA test reports and certification documentation.
• Coordinate with ASTA UK or relevant approving body for final certification review and issuance.
• Ensure proper documentation control and traceability in line with ISO/IEC requirements.
• Conduct technical audits of laboratories and facilities in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ASTA practices.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the certification process.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's degree is an advantage).

Minimum 10+ years of experience in design, testing, and certification of LV/MV switch gear and transmission‑distribution equipment.

• Proven experience in type testing and certification environments, including external laboratory coordination.
• Strong familiarity with ASTA certification schemes or equivalent international certification programs.

• In‑depth knowledge of relevant IEC standards (e.g., IEC 61439, IEC 62271, etc.).
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17065 (product certification) and ISO/IEC 17025 (testing laboratories).
• Experience in interpreting standards and applying them to complex product evaluations.

• Strong technical leadership and decision‑making capability.
• Excellent stakeholder management (customers, labs, internal teams).
• Commercial awareness and ability to support business development.
• High level of communication, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.