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Engineer - Medical Device Electrical Safety, Fridley, MN
Interested in future career opportunities in the product testing industry? Intertek, a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services, is looking for an Engineer - Medical Device Electrical Safety to join our Electrical team in Fridley, MN.
Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success.
We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What are we looking for?
The Engineer - Medical Device Electrical Safety positionis responsible for performing electrical testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. Under the guidance of a more senior Engineer, may also conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering and will be engaging, have good interpersonal skills, high energy, high sense of urgency, and adept at wearing many hats in one day. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Salary & Benefits Information
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.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Read and determine applicability of national/international codes and standards for the product being tested and/or evaluated
- Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions
- Validate the project scope and sample applicability
- Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR)
- Develop, setup and follow established test plans
- 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, etc.
- Will develop expertise in IEC 60601
- Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Provide on-going support to clients as needed
- Perform other work as required
Minimum Qualification & Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in engineering.
- Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively in both verbal and written format
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Physical dexterity to perform the clerical and technical functions which are inherent to the position
- Physical dexterity to operate equipment and perform other functions necessary to effectively and efficiently perform the duties of the job. This may include bending/stooping, turning/twisting, reaching, balancing, and mobility to travel to other work sites.
- Ability to travel up to 25% as business needs dictate
- A valid driver's license and reliable driving record.
- Applicants will be required to complete an I-9 to verify their eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.
Preferred Qualification & Requirements
- Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical engineering degree
- Electrical experience with strong software capabilities
A career with Intertek means joining a global network of professionals dedicated to bringing quality and safety to life. Our vision is to become the world's most trusted partner for Quality Assurance, and we offer our employees the chance to make an impact with attractive growth opportunities in this industry on a global scale.
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. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.
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 hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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*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.
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