Certification and Testing Manager

Job Posting Title Certification and Testing Manager Applus+ QPS is an accredited third‑party testing, certification and field evaluation body for electrical and electronic products. Founded in 1995, it became a part of Applus+ Laboratories in 2020. Its headquarters are in Toronto, Canada and its certification offices in Ohio, US and the Netherlands, and its services are provided worldwide. Applus+ QPS services enable its customers to meet national and international regulatory requirements related to electrical safety, energy efficiency, and explosive atmospheres and include: Testing, certification and Field Evaluation for North American Market Access Applus+ QPS has all the necessary accreditations and recognitions to provide market access for electrical and electronic products in North America. The Applus+ QPSmarks and labels can be considered proof of compliance with applicable national standards. Applus+ QPS is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) by the US Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). It is also accredited as a certification and inspection body under SO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17020 standards and as an A2LA as a testing laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025). We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Certification and Testing Manager for Hazardous Locations to lead and grow our global Hazardous Locations (HazLoc) certification programs. This role serves as the organization's technical authority for hazardous location certifications and plays a critical role in maintaining accreditation, advancing technical excellence, supporting business growth, and representing the company within key industry and standards organizations. The ideal candidate is a recognized technical expert with extensive experience in product certification, hazardous locations compliance, standards development, and accreditation activities. This position offers the opportunity to influence international certification programs, mentor technical teams, and help shape the future direction of our HazLoc services. Technical Leadership Serve as the primary technical expert for: Provide expert guidance and technical interpretations related to certification requirements, standards, and compliance programs. Review, interpret, and communicate updates to international and regional standards. Drive continuous improvement of certification processes, procedures, and technical practices. Support complex certification projects and provide technical oversight to certification staff. Training & Organizational Development Foster technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the organization. Accreditation & Quality Support Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team on audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Represent the organization and maintain active participation in industry committees, standards development groups, and regulatory forums, including: UL Standards Technical Committees (including TC 60079) Other industry and regulatory forums as required Provide technical expertise during customer engagements and business development activities. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five (5) years of experience with a product compliance laboratory, certification body, testing laboratory, or similar organization. Experience working with product certification, compliance testing, project management, or certification program administration. Strong understanding of technical standards, regulatory requirements, and product certification processes. Demonstrated ability to manage projects, build client relationships, and lead technical initiatives. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business software applications. Experience with IECEx, ATEX, North American Hazardous Locations, and other international certification schemes. Active involvement in standards development organizations, technical committees, or industry working groups. Knowledge of international, Canadian, U.
Experience utilizing AI-enabled tools and technologies to improve efficiency and business performance. Working knowledge of general business operations and strategic planning. Ability to work at a computer and perform standard office-based tasks. Ability to read and interpret technical standards, reports, and regulatory documents. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with customers, regulatory bodies, accreditation organizations, and industry partners. Energizing Work Atmosphere: Join a dynamic environment committed to delivering quality results and treating customers with the utmost respect. Competitive

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