Sr. Project Engineer - HVAC
About the Role
Intertek, a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services, is looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Electrical Team in Cortland, New York. Backed by 125 years’ experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.
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What you’ll do
- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
- Read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics and manufacturing instructions.
- Read and understand client-provided or otherwise published performance or product safety standards.
- Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
- Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
- Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
- Perform certification, testing work including but not limited to Batteries, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), Combiner Boxes, On Grid & Off-Grid Inverters, DC-DC Convertors, PV Modules.
- Conduct construction review, create evaluation reports and test plans, conduct and/or witness testing, resolve technical and/or administrative issues to power electronics standards.
- May set up and operate standard test equipment including but not limited to: Temperature/Humidity Chambers; Programmable Power Supplies; PLC or other controllers; pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric actuators; AC/DC power supplies and loads; oscilloscope; multi-meter; dielectric strength tester; ground continuity tester; digital multi-meter; surge generator; over-voltage tester; environmental condition chamber; and articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
- Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests may include but are not limited to: Battery Cycling (Charge/Discharge), Temperature/Humidity soak or cycle, durability cycling, Voltage and Current measurement, dielectric, pressure, abnormal and fault condition simulation, rain, dust, corrosion.
- Compile test results during performance 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. Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
- Train and mentor less senior technical staff.
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
- Follow sample handling procedures, ensuring that sample is logged in and out of the system. Move equipment, as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
- Provide sales support such as attending client visits.
- Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
- Perform additional duties as required.
- This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
- Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
- 4+ years of experience in directly related field
- Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Microsoft Office software experience is a must have
- Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with excellent organization and time-management skills
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
- Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and reliable driving record
- Excellent interpersonal and demonstrated communication skills, both verbally and written
- Must be customer focused and quality driven
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 25%
- Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
- Prior project management experience
- Prior direct experience in renewable energy field and knowledge on intricacies of the US, Canadian, and other international product safety standards (ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC) such as UL 9540, UL 9540A, UL 3141, UL 1973, UL2200, UL 67, UL 891 etc.
- Experience with inverter standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEC 62109, etc.
- Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
- Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
- Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
- We Value Diversity
- Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
- For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
- #LI-DNP
- Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
- Bachelor’s Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
- Experience with inverter standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEC 62109, etc.
About Intertek
Intertek is a global provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services. It helps organizations assess quality, safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance across products, operations, and supply chains.
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