Certification Specialist for HVAC

Description

• Evaluates and qualifies companies in the administration of the CSA Category Certification Program and evaluates and qualifies companies in the administration of the CSA Shared Program or other agency programs. Reviews customer test methods and systems; reviews new / old product designs and all applicable documentation. Ensures all test equipment and quality procedures are within guidelines. Provides training and technical briefings on new and existing requirements. Authorizes application and / or removal of the CSA Mark.
• Accountable for including the Technical Advisor or Certifiers in product / technical discussions that are unique to CSA or to the experience of the individual. This aids the Technical Advisor and Certifier to further advance consistency of practices and to provide guidance at the front-end of the process.
• Conducts manufacturer’s facility assessment for CPC and SMT / SMTC programs.
• Provides technical information service to external and internal customers including those forwarded by the Client Service Center. Liaises with customer in design stage to ensure requirements of national / international standards are met without compromising confidentiality.
• Identifies and seeks approval for the development of new or improved evaluation processes, standards interpretations and forms & templates. Identifies and seeks approval for the development of new or improved test facilities, including laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Keeps the Product Group Manager / Lead or Assistant Operations Manager informed of project status as required, pointing out major problems and non-compliance.
• Collaborates with Lab Technician to create a work order which test are required and; the order of the tests and the number of samples required.
• Evaluates products at the customer facility. Witnesses tests performed by the customer on their products. Evaluates construction of products. Reviews customer test methods. Ensures all test equipment are within guidelines. Provides technical briefing on existing requirements. Answers inquiries regarding standards and legal requirements.
• Reviews test data, reports and authorizes application of CSA Mark. Prepares Certification Reports and Certificates of Compliance.
• Efficiently manages certification projects concurrently and ensures completion within time frames and cost deadlines in order to generate specified revenue targets. Evaluates products against requirements of national/international standards and precedent decisions. Makes technical decisions.
• Participates in CSA Technical Network, Technical Panel as required and may support international standards development. Considered a technical authority both inside CSA and across industry as evidenced by participation in technical committees, authoring technical papers, etc.
• Makes field trips and performs test work at manufacturer's facilities as required.
• Provides technical guidance and training. Answers inquiries regarding standards and legal requirements.
• Acts as a Notified Body representative or Reviewer to support Certification Decision or issuance of Approvals.
• Actively looks for efficiencies (continual improvement) and can demonstrate changes made to laboratory operations that have delivered productivity gains year on year.
• Conducts construction evaluation, ensuring the unit complies with the construction section of the standard; identifies rationale for compliance or non-compliance.
• Reviews test data, reports and authorizes application of CSA Mark. Prepares and/or signs Certification Reports and Certificates of Compliance.
• Acts as back up for the Technical Advisor. Provides technical support, specialized training as assigned by Product Group Manager, to staff of CSA, Network Partners, customers or subcontracted independent testing laboratories and ensures technical consistency. Communicates interpretations of requirements to peers and customers. Develops certification practices to solve technical problems involving new technology.
• Handles a wide spectrum of projects including those that are complex generating high revenue levels.

Requirements

• High level of communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong problem-solving ability; detail-oriented
• Knowledge of CSA programs and services
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills
• Knowledge of CSA, UL and IEC standards; variety of test procedures specific to the HVAC area
• Computer proficiency (word processing); keyboarding
• Specific knowledge of, and substantial experience with, UL 60335-2-40 Fourth Edition
• Ability to work unsupervised
• May be qualified to perform (CB) Report reviews and conduct Category Audits.
• Leadership and management skills
• Able to consistently maintain very high productivity while managing multiple projects with on-time and on-budget performance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with Registration as a Professional Engineer, with likely 6+ years of work experience in similar industry and/or 3 years at the qualified level or a 3 years College Diploma in a relevant technological discipline, with likely 6+ years of work experience in similar industry and/or 3 years at the qualified level

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance