Special Inspection Field Representative

Employment Status:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

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 househould 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.

Job Summary:

Primary Function

To provide Special Inspection and US Field Evaluation services to clients in any part of the world.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Performs technical evaluations of non-certified equipment within their area of expertise. Ensures 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.

Communicates 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. Reviews submitted technical drawings for evaluation.

Documents with sufficient detail, technical reports for required alterations to sub-standard equipment. Reviews details of corrective action with client.

Conducts research on technical and procedural issues, including: technical research on standards, SI Guidelines. Collaborates with Engineering, Lab and colleagues with respect to procedural issues, interpretation and past practices.

Provides training to less experienced Special Inspection Representatives by explaining CSA requirements, providing information, answering questions and mentoring trainee by accompanying them on inspections.

Performs inspections on emerging technology and/or complex product types and has the authority to make technical and precedent setting decisions.

Participates on the SI Technical Committee with the SI TA and other Level II SIRs which involves more in-depth research, evaluation of requirements and documenting procedures in departmental TechNotes.

Interacts with AHJs as needed.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related Sciences with 6 years industry related experience; Engineering Technology or Associates Degree with 8 years industry related experience; or a Journeyman Electrician with 6 years industry related experience; or related technical field with 10+ years industry related experience

Certification / Lab Testing experience preferred

Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, as well as general laboratory procedures

Ability to manage multiple inspection files and changing schedules and deadlines with supervision

Ability to read and interpret 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 skills (word processing, e-mail)

Usage of calibrated measurement instruments, high voltage test equipment, hand tools

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at if you require accommodation in the interview process.

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