Certification Engineer

Overview

I’m working with an Illinois lab that is looking to bring on an engineer to support certification activities in-house while also performing on-site equipment evaluations that involve periodic travel. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, variety, and solving complex electrical and electromechanical challenges.

• Manage certification and compliance projects across a range of equipment types
• Coordinate directly with certification bodies (UL, Intertek, CSA, Nemko, CE, etc.)
• Develop test plans, review product designs, and conduct compliance assessments
• Produce detailed documentation including construction reviews, test reports, and field evaluation reports
• Perform on-site Field Evaluations for unlisted or modified equipment at customer facilities
• Communicate findings to customers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Carry out electrical testing using multimeters, hipot testers, leakage-current equipment, DAQ systems, temperature measurement tools, and other instruments
• Support evaluations across diverse electrical and electromechanical product categories
• Work with new technologies and prototypes, conducting both electrical and mechanical testing
• Interpret technical standards to ensure products meet relevant safety and performance requirements

• 3–12 years of experience in certifications, compliance, or field evaluation work
• Strong knowledge of UL/CSA/IEC standards and NEC/NFPA codes
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Willingness to travel for field assignments
• Hands-on proficiency with common laboratory electrical test equipment

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• PTO
• Opportunity to work within a growing, accredited testing laboratory

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