Principal Engineer (Intrinsic Safety)

Company Description

We 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 Description

Job 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

Qualifications

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.