Technical Standards Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About AMCA

AMCA International Inc. (Air Movement and Control Association) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to testing, certifying, and verifying air movement and control products. Since 1917, AMCA has supported manufacturers with independent, third-party laboratories that perform rigorous performance and durability testing under extreme conditions. AMCA also serves as a unified advocacy voice, influencing fair codes and regulations, and fosters a connected community of more than 400 manufacturers sharing data and best practices.

Employment & FLSA Status
Full-Time & Exempt

Department
Technical Services

Reports to
Senior Director, Certification, Accreditation, and Documentation

Job Function
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with highly technical professionals at all levels. This role involves customer interaction, technical review work, standards development, laboratory accreditation activities, and the application of modern data analysis and artificial intelligence tools to improve technical review, testing processes, and data management.

This is a hybrid position, where staff will be required to report to the office 3 days per week.

Job Responsibilities

• Review manufacturers’ catalogs and selection software for compliance with AMCA publications.
• • Liaise with marketing departments of member companies to ensure the integrity of technical marketing information.
• Participate in Standards Development by working with engineering committees that develop ANSI-accredited test standards used in AMCA laboratories.
• • Serve as a subject matter expert based on experience gained in the AMCA laboratory.
• Support AMCA Laboratory Accreditation activities:
• • Develop a strong understanding of physics behind AMCA test standards.
  • Visit manufacturers’ laboratories to evaluate testing capabilities.
  • Participate in periodic international travel.
• Work closely with laboratory technicians and engineering staff.
• Assist in promoting AMCA programs and communicating with members and industry professionals.
• Utilize data analysis tools, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to improve technical review processes, data handling, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Assist in developing automated workflows, data analysis tools, or AI-assisted tools related to catalog review, test data analysis, and standards documentation.
  None of the foregoing information in any way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested. Duties are not necessarily comprehensive and are subject to change at any time at the discretion of management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 10+ years of experience
• HVAC system and selection experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Competent with Microsoft Office programs, and highly proficient with Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational and project-management skills
• Experience in research or technical projects

Annual Salary:
$140,000-150,000

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401k matching (no vesting), and hybrid work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This is a hybrid position, where staff will be required to report to the office 3 days per week.
• Physical demands include sitting for long hours, typing, and standing
• Computer work and talking on the phone or in person

Travel Requirements

• Domestic and International travel approximately 5-10%

Company Description

AMCA International is the global authority on air movement and control—the only association exclusively dedicated to testing, certifying, and verifying product performance so manufacturers can prove it, price it, and protect it. We are a highly regarded international, non-for-profit organizations. Through education and active advocacy, we do our best to provide a forward-moving environment for each of our members. Above all else, we strive to advance the industry and improve the community that it encompasses.

Company Description

AMCA International is the global authority on air movement and control—the only association exclusively dedicated to testing, certifying, and verifying product performance so manufacturers can prove it, price it, and protect it. We are a highly regarded international, non-for-profit organizations. Through education and active advocacy, we do our best to provide a forward-moving environment for each of our members. Above all else, we strive to advance the industry and improve the community that it encompasses.