Project Engineer - Electrical Safety - Plano, TX

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

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Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

The Project Engineer - Electrical Safety position is responsible for providing engineering expertise to evaluate conformance of control panels, switchgears, switchboards, transformers, industrial skids, and other industrial equipment to industry standards, creating evaluation reports and test plans, conducting and/or witnessing testing, resolving technical and/or administrative issues and providing Intertek customers with superior customer service.

The base wage or salary range for this position is $85K - $100K. 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, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays. When working with Intertek, you can expect a benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

• Independently conduct on and off‑site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).
• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to, spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi‑meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi‑meter, surge generator, over‑voltage tester, environmental condition chamber, articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to: rating, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal and fault insurance, rain, radiation, sound, laser.
• Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• 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 and provide on‑going support to clients as needed.
• Perform other work as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• 1+ years directly related experience performing testing on industrial machinery, laboratory equipment, transmission and distribution equipment.
• Must be self‑motivated and able to work independently in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment.
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other International product safety standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC.
• Microsoft Office expertise.
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 75%.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.

• Fundamentals of engineering certificate / EIT.
• Prior project management experience.
• Experience working with control panels, switchgears, switchboards, transformers, industrial skids, and other industrial equipment.