Technology Expert

Technology Expert I

Location:

Maryville, US

• Competitive salary with annual salary review and bonus.
• Fully paid top tier medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Outstanding paid time off policy.
• Flexible work arrangement.
• Student Loan Assistance, up to $5,000 annually as eligible.
• Learning and Development Opportunities including Tuition Reimbursement.
• Highly engaged culture within a strong, growing global company.
• 401k.

The mission of the Test & Approvals Engineer is to plan, execute, and manage fire and performance testing of our passive fire protection and insulation systems to support product development, system validation, and regulatory compliance.

• Define and execute test programs aligned with U.S. applicable standards (UL, ASTM, NFPA, ISO, IBC, FM).
• Coordinate with external labs (e.g., UL Solutions) for fire, movement, and system testing.
• Prepare test specimens, drawings, and documentation packages for submittal.
• Witness and manage testing campaigns to ensure successful outcomes.

• Develop and execute a replication strategy from European‑tested systems to U.S. listings as strategically suitable.
• Generate a database and maintain listing system designs.
• Lead from testing to approval (listing) obtained.
• Identify opportunities to maximize approval scope (movement, size, substrate variation, materials, etc.).

• Translate test results into engineered system designs and listings.
• Develop installation details, system drawings, and technical documentation.
• Ensure alignment between test configurations and real‑world applications (pipes, cables, joints, curtain wall interfaces) in coordination with Product Management.

• Work closely with Product Management, Sales, and other relevant functions to translate approvals into commercial offerings.
• Support the technical sales/specification team with system selection and technical guidance.
• Provide input to R&D on material behavior and system optimization.

• Build, manage, and ensure a consistent, continued test pipeline targeting defined application objectives.
• Develop "what‑if" strategies for test results to ensure results in a timely manner.

• Maintain working knowledge of IBC requirements for fire stopping, NFPA 70, ASTM passive fire protection relevant standards.
• Ensure all systems meet regulatory and code compliance requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in fire testing, product testing, or technical engineering, preferably involving passive fire protection or building materials.
• Understanding of fire testing standards and codes (e.g., ASTM E84, E1354, E814/UL 1479, ASTM E1966/UL 2079, ASTM E2307, ASTM E119, UL 1703, UL 263, NFPA, IBC).
• Experience working with third‑party testing laboratories and certification bodies.
• Ability to perform and interpret test data, drawings, and standards to evaluate system performance; basic CAD skills required.
• Strong technical writing skills for preparation of test documentation and reports.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% for witnessed tests, laboratory coordination, and stakeholder meetings domestically and internationally.

• Direct experience with passive fire protection systems, fire‑rated assemblies, or fire‑resistive materials.
• Familiarity with insulation systems for building and industrial applications.
• Familiarity with MEP and HVAC installation details.
• Experience supporting product certifications (UL Listings, Intertek, FM, etc.).