Engineer - Industrial

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 46,000 people in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification solutions for our customers’ operations and supply chains. Intertek Total Quality Assurance expertise, delivered consistently with precision, pace and passion, enabling our customers to power ahead safely. True to the spirit of our founders, we lead the industry with unparallel ATIC services. The spirit ignited by our co-founder Thomas Alva Edison who gave one of the biggest inventions to the world - lightbulb, has guided all the Intertekers for 130 years and we continue to discover the Edison in ourselves every day! The opportunity for you to be a part of this heritage is right there, join our ever-better journey it’s time to unveil your destiny.

The role involves independent testing, evaluation, and certification of industrial products such as machinery and measuring instruments against applicable European and international safety standards. The engineer will be responsible for technical assessments, report generation, and client coordination.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Testing & Evaluation

• Conduct on-site and off-site evaluation of industrial products for compliance with applicable standards
• Interpret and apply standard requirements to Equipment Under Test (EUT)
• Perform construction review and document observations
• Execute product testing as per defined standards and procedures

2. Technical Analysis & Documentation

• Review schematics, technical drawings, and manufacturing instructions
• Prepare detailed test plans and test reports
• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR)
• Provide engineering judgments and technical justifications within policy framework

3. Standards & Compliance

• Work with international standards such as:
  • IEC/EN 60204 (Machinery Electrical Safety)
  • ISO 12100 (Risk Assessment)
  • IEC/EN 61010 (Laboratory Equipment Safety)
  • ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC standards
• Identify applicable clauses and ensure compliance throughout testing lifecycle

4. Laboratory & Equipment Management

• Identify and utilize appropriate test equipment
• Maintain calibration, upkeep, and accreditation requirements of lab instruments
• Assist in identifying new equipment needs

5. Project Execution & Client Communication

• Validate project scope and sample applicability
• Communicate test progress, results, and technical clarifications to clients
• Coordinate with internal teams including sales and management
• Provide ongoing technical support to customers

6. Sample Handling & Logistics

• Follow sample handling procedures (logging, tracking, packaging, shipment)
• Ensure safe handling and movement of test samples within the facility

7. Continuous Improvement

• Develop and improve testing procedures
• Support local office capability development
• Perform additional responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent

Experience

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in industrial product testing
• Exposure to machinery safety and laboratory equipment evaluation

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Machinery Safety
  • Risk Assessment (ISO 12100)
  • Electrical Safety (IEC/EN 60204)
  • Lab Equipment Standards (IEC/EN 61010)

Core Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to interpret complex technical documents and schematics
• Independent decision-making and engineering judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Behavioral Skills

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Good interpersonal and client-facing skills

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (primarily domestic)

Key Skills

Machinery Safety | Safety Testing | Risk Assessment | IEC 60204 | ISO 12100 | EN 61010