Technical Specialist - Energy Storage Fire Testing

Overview

Technical specialist providing expertise and sales for energy storage fire testing

Key Responsibilities

• standards research
• certification projects
• technical guidance
• project management
• client relations
• pricing proposals

Tasks

-Becomes fully knowledgeable in all national / international standards through research of standards, documentation, bulletins and technical articles and participates in Standards development work. -Maintains positive contacts within organization to exchange, explain and interpret information or ideas and follow up on client’s requests. -Performs certification projects and project reviews (CB, Full & Category) as required to maintain technical qualifications. -Participates in CSA Group Technical Network, Technical Panel as required and may support international standards development. As a technical authority both inside CSA Group and across industry may participate in technical committees, authoring technical papers, etc. -Provides periodic written reports on calls, customer contact, proposals, quotes, expenses, travel and tradeshow activities, as well as oral presentation as required. -In partnership with the New Account Managers & Strategic Account Managers, establishes and maintains account relationships to meet personal sales targets, emphasizing the expanded use of CSA Group services. -Manages the relationship with clients by determining client needs and expectations. Relates necessary information to operations to maintain customer satisfaction. -Evaluates industry reports, territory databases, external competitive information and develops territory analysis or provides input to others for presentation and reporting to manager. -Explains the different product certifications programs available to clients and the requirements for control of production. -Represents CSA Group at assigned trade shows, exhibits, conferences and client presentations. Identifies and communicates business opportunities and competitive trends. Executes defined market strategies and business initiatives, as assigned. -Participates in associations and outside organizations deemed appropriate by the commercial business unit leader. Establishes and maintains a list of contacts to be shared with others on team. -Provides technical guidance and mentoring for Energy Storage fire testing -Responds promptly to all technical sales inquiries and visits with clients as necessary. Prioritizes work assignments and follow up responses to clients inquires and proposals in coordination with the commercial team. -Works cooperatively with others, as the lead or the support person in calls, trade shows, and presentations. -Maintains accurate and complete client files for the assigned customers and territory, including the input of new/existing client information into the sales database. Additional reporting may be requested as needed. -Performs project management on active projects in testing laboratory to ensure maximum throughput and customer satisfaction -Mentors junior certifiers and lab staff as required -Actively seeks value added opportunities that increases customer interest and promotes the use of new services for CSA Group. In collaboration with the New Account Managers, contacts inactive and former CSA Group customers to attempt to regain work. Communicates with appropriate Operations staff as required during the sales process. -Prepares written pricing proposals for services for clients, working with the commercial team and as required with the technical operations staff.

Requirements

• energy storage
• csa standards
• professional engineer
• project management
• problem solving
• sales

What You Bring

-Strong organization, creativity and project management skills to plan for projects, events and conferences. -Extensive knowledge of standards relating to energy storage fire testing -Mentoring skills. -Knowledge of CSA Group programs and services -Shares knowledge with other staff and CSA Group as a whole through written or verbal communication and training events. -Ability to cope with unpredictable schedule, regular work interruptions, multiple deadlines and targeted goals. -Responsive and pleasant when dealing with external and internal customers, peers and co-workers. -Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Registration as a Professional Engineer desirable, with six or more years of experience in energy storage industry; or a three years College Diploma in a relevant technological discipline, with six or more years of work experience in similar industry -Public speaking - oral and written proposal and presentations. -Excellent listening and retention skills. -High level of initiative to meet or exceed targeted goals with minimal supervision. -High level of communication skills (verbal and written). -Initiate and ability to develop new customer contacts. -Independent sales generation and/or customer account management (telemarketing, marketing, sales). -Strong problem-solving ability; detail oriented. -Knowledge of CSA Group, UL and IEC standards pertaining to energy storage; variety of test procedures -Ability to work independently. -Ability to prepare project quotations for cost and time. Classify product by use, environment and function. Determines applicable requirements / test / standards. Determine sample requirements and method / location for testing / evaluation best suited to customers’ needs. -Computer proficiency (word processing). -Is able to explain test rationale and outcomes to customers. -Sales or Marketing experience preferred -Problem resolution skills, to deliver high quality and timely services.

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Benefits

-Flexible in schedule and time management.

About Csa Group

-Through its non-profit standards arm and commercial testing, inspection, and certification subsidiaries, it generates revenue while advancing technical standards. -Typical projects include certifying household products, industrial equipment, energy systems, and medical devices to rigorous safety and performance standards. -Sector specialisms span quality codes & standards, testing & certification, energy efficiency, cybersecurity, industrial and hazardous locations, medical and laboratory equipment, and building products. -Notably accredited by the Standards Council of Canada, its iconic registered mark signals independent validation of safety and compliance. -An unusual fact: its testing arm funds its standards mission, enabling a self-sustaining model blending commercial and public good.

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