Certification Engineer

Role Overview

Under the direction of the Certification Manager, provide a certification control and support function within the business.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the completion of design and development projects in line with the approved stage gate process.
• Using initiative to develop new products or design innovative solutions to improve the design of existing products from briefs provided.
• To ensure the timely preparation of all technical drawings using 3D CAD modelling and 2D drawing software provided.
• Undertake when required modification of drawings and components in line with QA systems and procedures.
• The generation and maintenance of parts lists/bill of materials and the control of approved copies in line with QA procedures.
• To liaise with and supply requested approval drawings to certification bodies in a timely manner.
• To have a working knowledge of relevant European and International standards and Directives.
• Conducting prototype and/or modified component testing and the production and correct storage of test reports in a manner described in the QA procedures.
• Provide Technical assistance to the Sales dept. or directly to customers in terms of product information, problem solving and application training when required.
• Maintain good communications between departments of the business and the group.
• To be familiar with QA systems operated within the business.
• To carry out any other duties not listed above as may reasonably be expected

Health and Safety

• Reports on hazard or near misses that could impact on self and others
• Demonstrates a positive approach to HS&E through good working practices, housekeeping and correct use of PPE.
• Adheres to risk assessments, policies and procedures.
• Participates positively in HS&E training.
• Only undertakes health and safety tasks for which they have been suitably trained.
• Takes responsibility for appropriate checks of own work environment, machines or equipment.
• Takes accountability for own health and safety and for those around them.
• Keeps self-updated with health and safety communication initiatives from the company and applies learnings.
• When interacting with visitors and contractors takes responsibility for their health and safety on site.

Person Specification

• Self-motivation and an innovative approach to problem solving
• An eye for detail
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Understands the need to work within prevailing standards constraints