Field Engineer (Travel/Remote)

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

As a Senior Field Engineer you will conduct on-site Field Evaluations of electrical equipment for compliance to regulatory product safety standards (UL, NFPA, CSA, ANSI, etc.). Perform construction and engineering review of electrical equipment in a multitude of industries (manufacturing, laboratory, medical, commercial, retail, food service, etc.). 100% travel both domestic and internationally, though majority of travel will be within the lower 48 (must possess or be able to obtain a passport). 

Responsibilities

The Senior Field Engineers’ duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform Field Evaluations under the Eurofins E&E North America/MET Labs Field Labeling program
• Review scope of work and identify all necessary items prior to arranging travel
• Responsible for coordinating all travel arrangements
• Communicate with client, AHJ, contractors, and other relevant parties
• Identify applicability of national codes and standards
• Review manuals, schematics, BOMs, site procedures, data sheets and more
• Document construction details and any non-conformances during the inspection
• Assess compliance to the relevant UL, NFPA, CSA, or ANSI standards
• Determine eligibility of equipment for labeling and issue all final reports
• Submit all expenses and necessary documentation for billing
• Meet or exceed minimum billing goals while meeting project deadlines
• Grow relationships with clients and promote our company and the various services we offer

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following experience, skills, and personal attributes:

• Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• MUST have direct Field Engineering experience with a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) or Field Evaluation Body (FEB) using product safety standards.
• Experience as a Follow-Up Inspector is not relevant unless there is experience performing multiple UL 508A training seminars.
• Conversant with UL 508A, UL 61010-1, UL 73, NFPA 70, & NFPA 79.
• Though not required, experience with Hazardous Location and CSA standards is desired.
• Must have strong technical writing skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• This position requires strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills as the candidate will interact with customers on many different levels.
• Must be able to work in elevated and/or confined spaces.  Must be able to lift 30+ pounds.
• This position requires a strong electrical background and understanding of electrical systems.
• Must possess sound problem-solving skills.
• Skillful ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability working with diverse populations and communities.

Work Remotely

• Position is entirely remote. Must be near a major airport.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000/yr. 

What We Offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.