Certification Engineer

Micropack; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in flame detection systems seeks a Certification Engineer to oversee the certification lifecycle and ensure compliance with various safety standards. This role involves managing certification processes, guiding internal teams, and participating in audits. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and experience with hazardous area certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience with ATEX, IECEx, FM certifications required.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and regulations is essential.
• Familiarity with flame or gas detection products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party certification processes.
• Guide product development for certification readiness.
• Participate in regulatory audits and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Hazardous area certifications

Functional safety principles

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

We are hiring a Certification Engineer to take full ownership of the certification lifecycle for our flame detection systems. You’ll be the technical authority on compliance, working directly with test houses and guiding internal teams through ATEX, IECEx, FM, SIL, CE, CPR, DNV, EMC, and other schemes such as region-specific certification.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all third-party certification processes and liaison.
• Maintain technical files, test reports, and declarations.
• Guide R&D and product development to ensure certification readiness.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety standards (IEC 61508).
• Coordinate product markings, labels, and CE/UKCA documentation.
• Participate in regulatory audits and assist with internal QMS processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience with hazardous area certifications (ATEX, IECEx, FM).
• Knowledge of functional safety principles and SIL assessment.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, test reports, and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Familiarity with flame or gas detection products.
• Experience working with notified bodies and international compliance frameworks.

How to Apply

To apply, email your CV and a short cover letter to:

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Please include:

• The position you’re applying for
• Why you’re interested in the role and in Micropack
• Your availability or notice period

We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond to shortlisted candidates within two weeks.