Job Posting Title Certification and Testing Manager
Job Description
Applus+ QPS is an accredited third‑party testing, certification and field evaluation body for electrical and electronic products. Founded in 1995, it became a part of Applus+ Laboratories in 2020. Its headquarters are in Toronto, Canada and its certification offices in Ohio, US and the Netherlands, and its services are provided worldwide.
Applus+ QPS services enable its customers to meet national and international regulatory requirements related to electrical safety, energy efficiency, and explosive atmospheres and include:
Testing, certification and Field Evaluation for North American Market Access
Applus+ QPS has all the necessary accreditations and recognitions to provide market access for electrical and electronic products in North America. The Applus+ QPSmarks and labels can be considered proof of compliance with applicable national standards.
This includes certification of Ex products, as well as compliance with energy efficiency requirements.
Applus+ QPS is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) by the US Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). It is also accredited as a certification and inspection body under SO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17020 standards and as an A2 LA as a testing laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025).
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Certification and Testing Manager for Hazardous Locations to lead and grow our global Hazardous Locations (Haz Loc) certification programs. This role serves as the organization's technical authority for hazardous location certifications and plays a critical role in maintaining accreditation, advancing technical excellence, supporting business growth,



and representing the company within key industry and standards organizations.
The ideal candidate is a recognized technical expert with extensive experience in product certification, hazardous locations compliance, standards development, and accreditation activities. This position offers the opportunity to influence international certification programs, mentor technical teams, and help shape the future direction of our Haz Loc services.
What You'll Do
Technical Leadership
Serve as the primary technical expert for:
IECEx Equipment Scheme and Competency of Personnel (Co PC) Scheme
ATEX Certification Programs
North American Hazardous Location Certification Programs
Regional certification programs, including Brazil, Korea, Japan, the Middle East, and other global markets
Provide expert guidance and technical interpretations related to certification requirements, standards, and compliance programs.
Review, interpret, and communicate updates to international and regional standards.
Drive continuous improvement of certification processes, procedures, and technical practices.
Support complex certification projects and provide technical oversight to certification staff.
Training & Organizational Development
Mentor, train, and support the professional development of certification and engineering personnel.
Develop internal competency programs and qualification plans.




Foster technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the organization.
Accreditation & Quality Support
Support accreditation activities and maintain compliance with certification body requirements.
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team on audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with expanding accreditation scope and supporting current service offerings.
Industry Representation
Represent the organization and maintain active participation in industry committees, standards development groups, and regulatory forums, including:
IECEx Ex MC and Ex TAG Committees
ATEX Ex NBG Meetings
ICHL Meetings
USNC/IECEx Meetings
UL Standards Technical Committees (including TC 60079)
IEC TC31 Committees
NFPA Standards Committees
Other industry and regulatory forums as required
Business Growth & Strategy
Partner with leadership to identify new market opportunities and service offerings.
Support strategic planning and business development initiatives.
Contribute to the expansion of accreditation programs and certification capabilities.
Provide technical expertise during customer engagements and business development activities.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with a product compliance laboratory, certification body, testing laboratory, or similar organization.
Experience working with product certification, compliance testing, project management, or certification program administration.
Strong understanding of technical standards, regulatory re

📌 Certification And Testing Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Applus+ Laboratories
📍 Toronto