Certification Engineer

Posted on Sep 20, 2024 by Leviton Manufacturing
Northbrook, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Leviton:

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

Overview:

ConTech Lighting - A Leviton Company 

This position works with engineering, marketing and operations to coordinate, document and test our products for all aspects of operational compliance. The individual will manage multiple concurrent projects requiring internal and external contract testing and certification agencies.

Responsibilities:

Create and maintain a project plan for each project under direct control, including time and cost

Prepare, submit and track regulatory approval (UL, CSA, CE, ETL, CCC SASO, PSE, etc) of fixture and component design projects

Maintain internal testing facility backlog and report generation

Create and maintain a complete set (electronic) of certification documentation for each project

Support sales and production in the allowable alternate construction of fixtures with the certification limitations

Create BOMs for new fixtures and assembly instructions for alternate constructions

Support Customer Service and Sales when field installation issues are encountered

Prepare budget and track spending on certification activitiesCreate and maintain a project plan for each project under direct control, including time and cost

Work with external labs and certification agencies and manage the overall approval process to meet NRTL/SCC, FCC/IC, CE, NOM, wireless protocols, energy codes and others, as needed.

Create and maintain a complete set (electronic) of certification documentation for each project

Support sales and production in the allowable alternate construction of fixtures with the certification limitations.

Prepare budget and track spending on certification activities.

Interface with All internal departments, consult and provide guidelines on regulatory requirements for new and existing products as needed (product design, component selection, content of instruction sheets, content for product labels, etc.)

Advise business unit’s responsible personnel on regulatory compliance trends, changes, and considerations to ensure feasibility with the guidelines.

Investigate and lead inspection variations notices.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; BSME or BSEE required

2+ years experience with electrical certification (UL/CSA/ETL), previous exposure and understanding of Lighting (UL1598, 1574, 2108, 8750, 153, 924, etc.) a plus

Knowledge of standard light sources and drivers; LEDs, HID, Fluorescent, etc.

Experience with project management processes

Knowledge of lighting industry testing and regulatory processes

Understanding of electrical installation and the NEC (National Electrical Code), CEC Canadian Electric Code), CCEA Expectations: Understand Lighting Industry Certification standards 

Skills & Abilities

Understand Lighting Industry Certification standards; Safety: UL, CSA, ETL, CE, CCC, SASO, PSE; Energy Efficiency: Energy Star, California Electrical Code/Title 24, Design Lights Consortium (DLC), T20 Testing/ Certification Standards: UL 1598, IES LM79, LM80, etc.

Use of test measurement equipment (Integrating Sphere, Gonio photometer, thermal couple reader)

Team oriented

Open communication with peers, subordinates and management

Organized and focused

Able to document and maintain records

Clear, direct, positive oral and written communications

A positive approach to resolving conflicts, issues and problems

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs

401K plans with employer-matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to:

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The future looks brighter than ever.  Join our team now!

Salary Range:

58,766

Reference: 202035152

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Certification Engineer

Posted on Sep 20, 2024 by Leviton Manufacturing

Northbrook, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Leviton:

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

Overview:

ConTech Lighting - A Leviton Company 

This position works with engineering, marketing and operations to coordinate, document and test our products for all aspects of operational compliance. The individual will manage multiple concurrent projects requiring internal and external contract testing and certification agencies.

Responsibilities:

Create and maintain a project plan for each project under direct control, including time and cost

Prepare, submit and track regulatory approval (UL, CSA, CE, ETL, CCC SASO, PSE, etc) of fixture and component design projects

Maintain internal testing facility backlog and report generation

Create and maintain a complete set (electronic) of certification documentation for each project

Support sales and production in the allowable alternate construction of fixtures with the certification limitations

Create BOMs for new fixtures and assembly instructions for alternate constructions

Support Customer Service and Sales when field installation issues are encountered

Prepare budget and track spending on certification activitiesCreate and maintain a project plan for each project under direct control, including time and cost

Work with external labs and certification agencies and manage the overall approval process to meet NRTL/SCC, FCC/IC, CE, NOM, wireless protocols, energy codes and others, as needed.

Create and maintain a complete set (electronic) of certification documentation for each project

Support sales and production in the allowable alternate construction of fixtures with the certification limitations.

Prepare budget and track spending on certification activities.

Interface with All internal departments, consult and provide guidelines on regulatory requirements for new and existing products as needed (product design, component selection, content of instruction sheets, content for product labels, etc.)

Advise business unit’s responsible personnel on regulatory compliance trends, changes, and considerations to ensure feasibility with the guidelines.

Investigate and lead inspection variations notices.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; BSME or BSEE required

2+ years experience with electrical certification (UL/CSA/ETL), previous exposure and understanding of Lighting (UL1598, 1574, 2108, 8750, 153, 924, etc.) a plus

Knowledge of standard light sources and drivers; LEDs, HID, Fluorescent, etc.

Experience with project management processes

Knowledge of lighting industry testing and regulatory processes

Understanding of electrical installation and the NEC (National Electrical Code), CEC Canadian Electric Code), CCEA Expectations: Understand Lighting Industry Certification standards 

Skills & Abilities

Understand Lighting Industry Certification standards; Safety: UL, CSA, ETL, CE, CCC, SASO, PSE; Energy Efficiency: Energy Star, California Electrical Code/Title 24, Design Lights Consortium (DLC), T20 Testing/ Certification Standards: UL 1598, IES LM79, LM80, etc.

Use of test measurement equipment (Integrating Sphere, Gonio photometer, thermal couple reader)

Team oriented

Open communication with peers, subordinates and management

Organized and focused

Able to document and maintain records

Clear, direct, positive oral and written communications

A positive approach to resolving conflicts, issues and problems

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs

401K plans with employer-matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to:

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The future looks brighter than ever.  Join our team now!

Salary Range:

58,766

Reference: 202035152

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