Principal Engineer (Intrinsic Safety) 

Buxton, United KingdomFull-timePosted Jun 16, 2026
Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Principal Engineer (Intrinsic Safety) Full-timeCompany DescriptionWe are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.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 CertificationOverview 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 17065Act as a technical authority, providing guidance to clients and internal teams on certification requirementsSupport 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 valueDevelop quotations, review certifications, and build strong client and stakeholder relationshipsQualificationsEssentialFull Driving Licence for use in the UKDegree in ElectronicsATEX, UKEx and IECEx certification  experience. Desirable·Supervision of Engineers Target setting and measurement Additional InformationAt 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. By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy NoticeI'm interestedRefer a friendPosted byJoanne Turnershare this jobShare to WeChat×Copy the link and open WeChat to share.Copy to clipboardOpen WeChatShare to WeChat×Use Scan QR Code in WeChat and click ··· to share.

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