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Hazardous Locations Engineer
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Cary

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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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

 

Eurofins are a global leader in E&E testing, inspection and certification services.

With a network of over 900 laboratories in 62 countries and over 62,000 dedicated employees, Eurofins is one of the international leaders of the testing industry.

Eurofins E&E is an international network of laboratories offering expert and unbiased product safety and approvals services for electrical and electronics products. With accredited laboratories strategically located close to European, American and Asian production hubs, our comprehensive portfolio is available to both industrial and retail clients through a single point of contact.

At our labs, over 450 million tests are performed each year to a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods.

    Job Description

    This is both a technical and client-facing role that would suit someone who is currently working for a manufacturer of process or industrial equipment in a product design capacity or working for a certification body or test laboratory; and who is enthusiastic, pragmatic, and thorough and who enjoys being part of a small, growing team. Experience is preferred at this stage, but we are also willing to discuss other roles and opportunities with newly qualified candidates.

    Senior roles may include responsibility for review of draft reports and mentoring trainee certification engineers.

    Hazardous Locations Engineer Include but are not Limited to the Following:

    • Assessment of products designed to national, regional and international standards for use in Hazardous Locations.
    • Preparation of technical reports, technical files and certificates
    • Preparation of test plans and working with the test engineer to conduct tests correctly and safely
    • Occasional conducting of tests either in the Eurofins labs or at customer sites
    • Technical advice meetings with clients
    • Preparation of test reports
    • Occasional travel domestically or internationally
    • Preparation of quotations in partnership with the sales team

    Employee standards

    • Support department objectives and company goals
    • Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude and appearance at all times
    • Adhere to manager directives
    • Be punctual and arrive to work prepared for the day ahead
    • Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest and professional manner
    • Be respectful of others
    • Ability to follow procedures but also suggest improvements when noticed
    • Health and safety requirements to be at the forefront of your work

    Qualifications

    ​​​​​​Basic Minimum Work Requirements:

    • Minimum 2-5+ years experience working with standards for Hazardous Locations including, but not limited to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60079 series, UL 1203 and UL 121201
    • Experience with ordinary locations standards to include, but not limited to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1 and 62841
    • Experience in electrical and mechanical testing ideally to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60950-1, 62368-1, 61010-1, 60355-1, 60745-1 and 62841. Experience in electrical and mechanical testing ideally to UL/CSA/IEC/EN 60079 series
    • Comfortable with 25% travel 
    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

    Basic Minimum Education Qualifications:

    • An engineering associated educational background.

    Additional Information

    Position is full-time working Monday - Friday 8am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Cary, NC  are encouraged to apply.

    • 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

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

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Hazardous Locations Standards,Technical Reports,Test Plans,Electrical Testing,Mechanical Testing,Client Meetings,Quotations Preparation,Health And Safety,Team Collaboration,Problem Solving,Attention To Detail,Technical Advice,Mentoring,Report Preparation,Travel

    About Eurofins

    It’s so much more than a specimen. It's a life.

    With over 30 years of specialized expertise in infectious disease, immunology, transplant, and allergy testing for immunocompromised and critical patients, Eurofins Viracor is committed to helping medical professionals, transplant teams, reference labs and biopharmaceutical companies get results faster, when it matters most.

    Eurofins Viracor is passionate about providing timely, actionable test results, never losing sight of the connection between the testing we perform and the patients our results ultimately serve.

    Find out more by visiting us at www.eurofins-viracor.com/clinical

    Eurofins Viracor is an equal opportunity employer.

    Team size: 201-500 employees
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    Industry: Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

    What you'll do

    • The Hazardous Locations Engineer will assess products designed to national, regional, and international standards for use in hazardous locations and prepare technical reports and certificates. The role also involves conducting tests, providing technical advice to clients, and preparing quotations in collaboration with the sales team.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does a Hazardous Locations Engineer do at Eurofins?

    As a Hazardous Locations Engineer at Eurofins, you will: the Hazardous Locations Engineer will assess products designed to national, regional, and international standards for use in hazardous locations and prepare technical reports and certificates. The role also involves conducting tests, providing technical advice to clients, and preparing quotations in collaboration with the sales team..

    Why join Eurofins as a Hazardous Locations Engineer?

    Eurofins is a leading Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories company.

    Is the Hazardous Locations Engineer position at Eurofins remote?

    The Hazardous Locations Engineer position at Eurofins is based in Cary, North Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

    How do I apply for the Hazardous Locations Engineer position at Eurofins?

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