At Micropack, we design and build advanced flame detection systems that protect the world’s most safety-critical industries. From offshore platforms to petrochemical plants, our technology is trusted to perform - fast, reliable, and proven - in the harshest environments.

We pioneered visual flame detection and 3D fire and gas mapping, combining engineering rigour with practical insight for over 30 years.

Since 2016, we’ve been part of the Consilium Safety Group - a world leader in fire, flame, and gas safety solutions. As a global producer of safety technology across marine, energy, rail, and building sectors, Consilium helps us scale our impact without losing focus. Together, we make sure safety is never an afterthought.

Why Join Micropack?

• Your expertise saves lives – you’ll play a key role in making safety-critical products meet global compliance.
• Focused environment – less bureaucracy, more technical ownership.
• Hybrid and remote flexibility – based in Aberdeen but open to strong candidates UK-wide.
• Opportunity to grow – as our product line expands, you’ll shape our certification strategy.
• Engineering-led culture – decisions based on evidence, experience, and standards.

About the Role

We are hiring a Certification Engineer to take full ownership of the certification lifecycle for our flame detection systems. You’ll be the technical authority on compliance, working directly with test houses and guiding internal teams through ATEX, IECEx, FM, SIL, CE, CPR, DNV, EMC and other schemes such as region specific certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all third-party certification processes and liaison.
• Maintain technical files, test reports, and declarations.
• Guide R&D and product development to ensure certification readiness.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety standards (IEC 61508).
• Coordinate product markings, labels, and CE/UKCA documentation.
• Participate in regulatory audits and assist with internal QMS processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience with hazardous area certifications (ATEX, IECEx, FM).
• Knowledge of functional safety principles and SIL assessment.
• Strong documentation, communication and organisational skills.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, test reports, and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Familiarity with flame or gas detection products.
• Experience working with notified bodies and international compliance frameworks.

Application & Contact

We offer an exciting role where you can leverage your technical interests and expertise to make a real difference. Join our dedicated team and help shape the future of marine safety systems. Apply today!

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• Why you’re interested in the role and in Micropack
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We look forward to connecting!