Apply locations Montreal
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: R003835
Regular
Full time
At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.
Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day household items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.
Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.
We are currently accepting applications for an Electrical Field Evaluations Representative based in our Montreal (Pointe-Claire) office, reporting to the Product Group Manager Field Evaluations and Verifications. The selected candidate will provide Special Inspection and US Field Evaluation services to clients located mainly in Quebec and, on some occasions, to customers in other countries.
Perform technical evaluations of non-certified equipment according to the SPE-1000 code (or in combination with other applicable requirements). Ensure product meets technical requirements and is free of potential for fire and shock hazards. Decisions are based on field evaluations and testing under the Field Evaluation program. Technically competent to evaluate all products, including new and unique products, with assistance of other technical staff as necessary.
Communicate with clients in a professional manner to schedule inspection appointments, review costing procedures, answer questions, and provide technical information service and direction based on the scope of the Field Evaluation program. Review submitted technical drawings for evaluation.
Document with sufficient detail, technical reports for required alterations to sub-standard equipment.
Review details of corrective action with client.
Conduct research on technical and procedural issues, including: technical research on standards, SI Guidelines.
Collaborate with Engineering, Lab and colleagues with respect to procedural issues, interpretation and past practices.
Post-secondary diploma in Technology or equivalent i.e. electrician, or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in related field.
Certification/Lab Testing experience preferred.
Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, as well as general laboratory procedures.
Bilingualism (French, written and spoken) is preferred.
Ability to manage multiple inspection files and changing schedules and deadlines with supervision.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings and test data as required to complete assigned duties.
Strong interpersonal skills; self-starter; good decision-making skills and organizational skills.
Strong conflict resolution skills to be able to handle difficult situations.
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Microsoft Outlook).
Usage of calibrated measurement instruments, high voltage test equipment, hand tools.