Technology Expert I

Summary

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with annual salary review and bonus.


• FULLY paid top tier medical, dental, & vision benefits for you and your family.


• Outstanding paid time off policy.


• Flexible work arrangement


• Student Loan Assistance, up to $5,000 annually as eligible.


• Learning and Development Opportunities including Tuition Reimbursement.


• Highly engaged culture, stable workforce, within a strong, growing global company


• 401k

At Etex, our purpose is building better together. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow and lead? Join us as a Test and Approvals Engineer where you can work at our facility in Maryville, Tennessee. Promat USA is part of Etex Group, a global leader in sustainable building materials and solutions.

Promat specializes in passive fire protection and high-performance insulation technologies for buildings, infrastructure, and industrial applications. In North America, we are accelerating our growth through innovation, partnerships, and people who are passionate about making the world a safer, more sustainable place.

At Etex, we Connect & Care by working as one team and supporting each other with trust and respect. We have a Passion for Excellence, always striving to deliver the best for our customers. And we Pioneer to Lead, embracing innovation and exploring bold new ideas that shape the future of construction.

Position Overview

The mission of the Test & Approvals Engineer is to plan, execute, and manage fire and performance testing of our passive fire protection and insulation systems to support product development, system validation, and regulatory compliance. This role serves as a technical authority for fire testing programs, ensuring our products meet applicable codes, standards, and certification requirements while delivering reliable, compliant solutions to the market.

The Test & Approvals Engineer plays a critical role in advancing new product development, maintaining existing approvals, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders—including testing laboratories, certification bodies, and engineering teams—to ensure the successful performance of our fire‑resistive systems. This role is critical to enabling market access, supporting technical credibility, and accelerating commercialization.

What you'll do

Testing & Certification Execution

• Define and execute test programs aligned with U.S. applicable standards (UL, ASTM, NFPA, ISO, IBC, FM).


• Coordinate with external labs (e.g., UL Solutions) for fire, movement, and system testing


• Prepare test specimens, drawings, and documentation packages for submittal


• Witness and manage testing campaigns to ensure successful outcomes

Listings & Approvals Strategy

• Develop and execute a replication strategy from European-tested systems to U.S. listings as strategically suitable.


• Generate a database and maintain listing system designs.


• Lead from testing to approval (listing) obtained.


• Identify opportunities to maximize approval scope (movement, size, substrate variation, materials, etc.)

Technical Documentation & System Engineering

• Translate test results into engineered system designs and listings


• Develop installation details, system drawings, and technical documentation


• Ensure alignment between test configurations and real-world applications (pipes, cables, joints, curtain wall interfaces) in coordination with Product Management.

Cross-Functional Integration

• Work closely with Product Management, Sales, and other relevant functions to translate approvals into commercial offerings


• Support the technical sales/specification team with system selection and technical guidance


• Provide input to R&D on material behavior and system optimization

Pipeline Development & Prioritization

• Build, manage, and ensure a consistent, continued, test pipeline targeting defined application objectives.


• Develop “what-if” strategies for test results to ensure results in a timely manner.

Compliance & Standards Expertise

• Maintain working knowledge of:


• IBC requirements for firestopping


• NFPA 70 (relevant to penetrations and installations)


• ASTM passive fire protection relevant standards.


• Ensure all systems meet regulatory and code compliance requirements

What you'll bring

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.


• 5+ years of experience in fire testing, product testing, or technical engineering, preferably involving passive fire protection or building materials.


• Understanding of fire testing standards and codes (e.g., ASTM E84, E1354, E814/UL 1479, ASTM E1966/UL 2079, ASTM E2307, ASTM E119, UL 1703, UL 263, NFPA, IBC).


• Experience working with third party testing laboratories and certification bodies.


• Ability to perform and interpret test data, drawings, and standards to evaluate system performance (basic use of CAD software is needed).


• Strong technical writing skills for preparation of test documentation and reports.


• Excellent analytical, problem solving, planning, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross functional environment.


• Willingness to travel up to 40% for witnessed tests, laboratory coordination, and stakeholder meetings domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with passive fire protection systems, fire rated assemblies, or fire resistive materials.


• Familiarity with insulation systems for building and industrial applications.


• Familiarity with MEP and HVAC installation details.


• Experience supporting product certifications (UL Listings, Intertek, FM, etc.).

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!


• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.


• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.


• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.