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Job DescriptionJob Title: Principal Engineer (Intrinsic Safety)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Buxton
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (flexible) - Hybrid
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Industry: Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) / Hazardous Area Certification
Overview of the role:
We’re looking for an experienced Principal Engineer (Intrinsic Safety) specialist to support and lead certification activities within a high-performing engineering team. This is a key role combining technical expertise, team support, and project ownership—helping ensure safe, compliant equipment for use in explosive atmospheres while driving performance and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver ATEX, UKEx and IECEx certification activities in line with ISO 17025 and ISO 17065
- Act as a technical authority, providing guidance to clients and internal teams on certification requirements
- Support the Engineering Manager with team performance, utilisation targets, and project delivery (time, cost, scope)
- Drive continuous improvement across certification processes to enhance efficiency and client value
- Develop quotations, review certifications, and build strong client and stakeholder relationships
Essential
- Full Driving Licence for use in the UK
- Degree in Electronics
- ATEX, UKEx and IECEx certification experience.
Desirable
- ·Supervision of Engineers
- Target setting and measurement
Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
Private medical cover (immediate access)
Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
An additional day off for your birthday
Retailer Discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
Length of Service Awards
Christmas Vouchers
Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.
Skills Required
- Full driving licence for use in the UK
- Degree in Electronics
- ATEX, UKEx and IECEx certification experience
- Experience delivering certification activities in line with ISO 17025 and ISO 17065
- Supervision of engineers
- Target setting and measurement
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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