Deputy Technical Manager - ASTA Certification Onepoint Consultants DWC- LLC

To support in leading the technical execution, delivery, and integrity of ASTA type certification activities for Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear assemblies and Transmission & Distribution equipment. The role ensures compliance with applicable international standards, accreditation requirements (ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC 17025), and ASTA certification procedures, while driving technical excellence, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage ASTA certification projects, including test planning, execution, and certification of LV/MV equipment 

• Interpret and apply relevant IEC and international standards for TDE product evaluation 

• Conduct technical reviews, safety evaluations, and certification decision support 

• Ensure compliance with ASTA procedures and accreditation requirements 

• Prepare detailed test plans aligned with applicable standards and certification schemes 

• Coordinate with external laboratories (local and international) for test execution 

• Witness testing activities in accordance with ASTA requirements and ensure accurate recording of results

• Liaise with laboratories and service providers to resolve technical issues during testing 

• Engage with customers to understand technical requirements and provide guidance on compliance pathways 

• Support sales teams with technical inputs, feasibility assessments, and cost estimations 

• Participate in customer meetings and technical discussions to support project acquisition and delivery 

• Educate clients on standards, certification requirements, and product compliance expectations 

• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to certification engineers 

• Support competency development within the engineering team 

• Promote best practices in certification, testing, and documentation 

• Prepare and review ASTA test reports and certification documentation 

• Coordinate with ASTA UK (or relevant approving body) for final certification review and issuance 

• Ensure proper documentation control and traceability in line with ISO/IEC requirements 

• Conduct technical audits of laboratories and facilities in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ASTA practices 

• Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and internal quality requirements 

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the certification process