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Product Test Engineer

CSA Group

Location
Onsite (Cleveland, Ohio)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 2 weeks ago

About the Role

CSA Group is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, dedicated to making the world safer and more sustainable. This role supports the Energy Efficiency Verification group by conducting performance testing on fuel-burning appliances to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Product testing Energy efficiency verification Laboratory equipment maintenance Data analysis Technical report writing Troubleshooting HVAC systems Engineering drawings Project management Quality assurance Safety compliance Instrumentation Technical problem solving Microsoft Office

Full job details

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:

CSA Group is seeking an experienced Product Test Engineer to support the Energy Efficiency Verification (EEV) Fuel-Burning group in our Cleveland, OH office. Reporting directly to the Product Group Manager (PGM), this position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated, detail oriented professional with strong technical and problem solving skills.

The Product Test Engineer will be responsible for conducting and coordinating testing activities for fuel burning (Water Heaters, Boilers, and Furnaces) to verify compliance with applicable energy efficiency standards. This role includes test setup, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, data collection and analysis, test report preparation, troubleshooting, and collaboration with internal teams and customers. The successful candidate will be systematic, process focused, and capable of balancing attention to detail while supporting the successful execution of multiple projects in a fast paced laboratory environment.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform energy efficiency and performance testing of fuel-burning appliances in accordance with applicable standards, test methods, and company procedures.

  • Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for testing activities.

  • Collect, analyze, and validate test data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.

  • Prepare test plans, maintain detailed test records, and generate accurate test reports within established timelines.

  • Execute multiple testing projects simultaneously while meeting quality, schedule, and productivity expectations.

  • Work independently to identify testing issues, develop solutions, and escalate concerns when necessary.

  • Support the evaluation of new, unique, or complex products by assisting with test method interpretation and technical problem solving.

  • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project managers to determine testing requirements, sample needs, project schedules, and resource allocation.

  • Review test results for completeness and technical accuracy prior to submission for certification or customer review.

  • Assist with laboratory improvements, equipment calibrations, method development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Ensure all testing activities are conducted in accordance with applicable safety procedures, quality requirements, and laboratory best practices.

  • Communicate project status, technical findings, and testing challenges effectively with internal teams and customers.

  • Maintain a high level of productivity while supporting customer expectations for quality, responsiveness, and turnaround times.

  • Support training and mentoring of technicians and less-experienced team members on testing procedures and laboratory practices.

  • Participate in maintaining laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and compliance with 5S, safety, and quality programs.

  • Travel as needed to support audit and witness testing activities at manufacturer facilities, ensuring accurate execution of test methods and data collection.

Preferred Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 0-2 or more years of job related experience; or Degree / Diploma in Engineering Technology or related technical field with 2-4 or more years experience.

  • Experience working with HVAC products is an asset.

  • High level of interpersonal and communication skills; customer service skills, strong problem-solving ability; detail oriented.

  • Strong organizational, time and project management skills to complete job tasks independently and in a time-efficient manner

  • Ability to work unsupervised, in a team-based work environment.

  • Reads, interprets and develops engineering drawings.

  • Technical report writing.

  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).

  • Use of various lab equipment, instruments and 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 talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.