Product Testing & Certification Engineer
Core
Own the testing and certification of architectural hardware and fenestration products for commercial and residential buildings, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.
Role type
Product Testing & Certification Engineer
Builds
Certified architectural hardware and fenestration products ready for commercial and residential construction
Domain
Construction materials, architectural glass, building products
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Design and execute physical tests, build test fixtures, write technical reports, manage certification processes with bodies like UL/NFRC/ANSI, conduct First Article Inspections, interpret mechanical and shop drawings, track evolving building codes and standards
Preferred skills
Experience with fenestration or architectural hardware, knowledge of ASTM/AAMA/ANSI/BHMA/NFRC test methods, proficiency in AutoCAD Mechanical/Inventor
Technologies
AutoCAD Mechanical, Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Design, build, and run tests on components and whole products; Own the certification process through third-party bodies; Build test fixtures and write reports; Run First Article Inspections for new vendors/parts; Act as technical translator between engineering, sales, and manufacturing; Monitor evolving codes and standards; Create test methods from scratch when no standard exists
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC