FM Approvals Advanced Electrical Engineer

Company: FM
Location: Quincy
Posted on: March 26, 2025

Job Description:

FM Approvals is an international leader in third-party testing and certification services. We test property loss prevention products and servicesfor use in commercial and industrial facilitiesto verify they meet rigorous loss prevention standards of quality, technical integrity and performance. How? By employing a worldwide certification process thats backed by scientific research and testing, and over a century of experience.The FM APPROVED mark is recognized and respected worldwide. Our certification instills confidence and commands respect in your marketplace.
As an Approvals Engineer you will be responsible for:.Responsibilities include:

• Performing testing and analysis of manufacturers submitted product to determine conformance with industry standards, such as FM Approvals, EN and UL.
• Preparation of test plans, supervision of tests, project management, documentation of results, written reports and other complex tasks associated with third party certification.
• Administer project proposals which includes, defining the scope of the testing and analysis, cost for work to be completed and estimated timeframe for completion.
• Interpreting standards requirements for lab testing, including creating lab test plans.
• Providing instruction to lab personnel to perform necessary testing.
• Preparing technical reports; effectively interpreting and communicating tests results to clients and management team.
• Managing concurrently a portfolio of customer projects
• Interfacing directly with customers.
• Communicating with all levels of management both internally and externally.
• The working environment includes both the office and laboratory. Overnight travel, to consult with customers, attend technical conferences and to conduct and monitor tests at test facilities, is typically less than 25%.
• Role is based at FMs Engineering and Research facility in Norwood, MA, with occasional travel to the state-of-the-art facility in West Glocester, RI, USA.
  BS Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum of 7+ years related experience, preferably in product development or testing of electrical equipment.
  • 10 years experience of electronic product development or certification, preferably with fire alarm equipment is ideal
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong managerial, organizational, client facing, and customer service skills.
  • Experience in project/time management and the ability to prioritize job duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Familiarity with third party product certification and industry standards such as FM Approvals, EN, NFPA and UL is desirable.
  • Local Candidates Only Relocation support is not available for this role.Candidates will be considered for an Engineer or Advanced Engineer role based on experience.The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.FM Approvals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.#LI-TA1Required
    Preferred

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