Technical Manager

Overview

Technical Manager opportunity to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and ensures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. The engineer positions must be proficient in core business and technical skills including compliance with established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

• General laboratory support - Contract review, Reporting
• Development of new and existing capabilities - J1C, sub-zero testing etc
• Supporting progression into new industries - Nuclear, space etc
• Providing assistance to the commercial team
• Customer interaction
• Maintaining existing accreditations
• Create a plan to utilise PWA approval alongside the commercial team
• Daily support on zero defect and zero harm
• Any other duties reasonably requested

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety
• Possesses a depth of understanding and experiences which integrates the main areas of his/her chosen engineering field
• Also possesses advanced knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of the disciplines
• Has a proven track record and ability to lead technology development of integrated technical solutions across Element capabilities globally
• Has an understanding of both internal and external capabilities which can be utilized to support and further business opportunities across Element
• Will have at least 15 years  relevant experience post-degree or higher academic qualifications
• Is thoroughly knowledgeable of internal capabilities and understands external resources available globally
• In-depth understanding of testing concepts
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

• Frequency of required physical force:
  Minimum (moderate)
• Lifting requirements: lifting 50 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs periodically

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.