Full-Time

Engineer – Industrial Automation and Control Systems

Updated on 9/3/2026

UL Solutions

UL Solutions

10,001+ employees

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Compensation Overview

$75k - $96k/yr

+ 5% target annual bonus

Melville, NY, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid schedule indicated; projects may require travel to client sites.

Bachelor's

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or university degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited university or program.
  • Familiarity with applicable standards, company manuals, and appropriate technical literature.
Responsibilities
  • Determine project scope, develop a preliminary plan of investigation, and determine project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction.
  • Travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests when required.
  • Initiate communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services.
  • Follow up on contacts from clients.
  • Communicate with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements.
  • Address client concerns and resolve client issues.
  • Provide technical assistance to clients regarding product inspection and follow-up services.
  • Establish appropriate test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer's information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements.
  • Examine samples for compliance with UL requirements and notify clients of noncompliance or changes in project scope or specifications.
  • Coordinate laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling and reviewing laboratory technicians' and engineering assistants' work, and establishing completion dates.
  • Coordinate administrative aspects of project management.
  • Serve as Project Handler of record and/or Reviewer of record when assigned.
  • Communicate project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports.
  • Prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
  • Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
  • Resolve engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of variations.
  • Assist in developing UL requirements.
  • Assist in developing special test methods and test equipment.
  • Analyze test programs for adequacy and sequence.
  • Coordinate and/or perform File Reviews as directed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Internship experience.

UL Solutions tests, inspects, and certifies products and systems to ensure they are safe, secure, and sustainable across electronics, mobility, cybersecurity, and energy. It uses rigorous laboratory tests and conformity assessments to issue the UL Mark on products that pass, guiding manufacturers through compliance and safety improvements. Its long history since 1894, its move to a for-profit structure and IPO in 2024, and its global scope across risk domains set it apart from peers. The goal is to help companies navigate complex supply chains and bring safer, more reliable products to market.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Northbrook, Illinois

Founded

1894

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • August 4, 2026 revenue rose 5.2% to $816 million with 6.6% organic growth.
  • Hydrogen certification launched May 6, 2026 taps infrastructure spending across valves and hoses.
  • Data-centre, electrification, and automotive testing demand drove double-digit growth in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • A February 11, 2026 class action targets UL certifications, threatening core brand credibility.
  • Shares fell after August 4, 2026 results because elevated capex and compensation pressured margins.
  • SGS and Intertek can commoditize testing, squeezing pricing as customers multi-source certification work.

What makes UL Solutions unique

  • UL Solutions’ UL Mark remains a century-old trust signal across consumer and industrial products.
  • Toyota City lab, opened July 1, 2026, deepens high-voltage automotive EMC specialization.
  • Retail Total Access and UL 360 tie certification data to recurring compliance workflows.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Company News

Business Wire
Aug 24th, 2026
UL Solutions launches Retail Total Access software to help retailers manage supply chain quality

UL Solutions has launched Retail Total Access, a software platform designed to help retailers manage product quality and supply chain risk through unified data visibility. The platform consolidates testing, inspection, and audit information into a single system, enabling teams to monitor supplier performance and identify recurring issues. The software addresses common challenges retailers face, including limited supplier visibility and disconnected systems. It allows users to track which vendors are performing well, identify repeat failures, monitor shipment delays due to quality issues, and assess regional risk levels. Retail Total Access includes tools for submitting requests, tracking progress, accessing reports, managing failures, and reviewing performance analytics. The platform was developed based on customer input and will continue evolving to support changing quality and compliance needs across global supply chains.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 13th, 2026
UL Solutions beats EPS estimates despite margin pressures from higher compensation and restructuring costs

UL Solutions reported second-quarter revenue of $816 million, meeting analyst expectations, with adjusted earnings per share of $0.59 beating estimates of $0.56. The company posted 5.2% year-on-year revenue growth and maintained an operating margin of 18.4%. CEO Jennifer Scanlon attributed performance to demand across Industrial and Consumer segments, driven by electrification, automation, and energy transition. The company saw double-digit growth in data centre-related power and automation services. However, higher employee compensation, incentives, and professional fees pressured margins. CFO Ryan Robinson said integration expenses and performance-based compensation created near-term headwinds, though management reaffirmed its full-year margin outlook. Despite meeting expectations, the market reacted negatively to the results.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 4th, 2026
UL Solutions reports Q2 2026 revenue up 5.2% to $816M with 161.9% net income growth

UL Solutions Inc. reported strong second quarter 2026 results with revenue growing 5.2% to $816 million, driven by 6.6% organic revenue growth led by Industrial and Consumer segments. Net income surged 161.9% to $254 million, whilst adjusted net income increased 17.3% to $129 million. The company's net income margin expanded to 31.1%, up 1,860 basis points year-over-year, boosted by the sale of its Employee Health and Safety software business. Adjusted EBITDA rose 11.2% to $219 million, with margin expansion of 140 basis points to 26.8%. Diluted earnings per share climbed 168.9% to $1.21, and adjusted diluted earnings per share increased 13.5% to $0.59. CEO Jennifer Scanlon highlighted the company's alignment with megatrends and strong positioning for the remainder of 2026.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 3rd, 2026
UL Solutions joins Russell indices, opens Toyota City lab to expand automotive testing

UL Solutions has been added to multiple Russell indices, including the Russell 1000, 3000 and Midcap families, and opened a new automotive electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in Toyota City, Japan. The facility expands the company's advanced vehicle testing capabilities. The developments follow UL Solutions' first hazardous-location robot certification for ExRobotics' ExR-2.5, demonstrating the company's expansion into emerging automation testing. These moves strengthen its position in safety-critical testing across automotive, industrial and robotics markets. The company's narrative projects $3.7 billion revenue and $571.2 million earnings by 2029, requiring 6% annual revenue growth. However, investors should note that higher capital intensity and tax changes may impact reported earnings despite the expanded global laboratory footprint.

Business Wire
Jun 25th, 2026
UL Solutions opens automotive EMC laboratory in Japan's Toyota City

UL Solutions has opened a new automotive electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in Toyota City, Japan, beginning operations on 1 July. The 2,323-square-metre facility will provide EMC testing to help manufacturers protect vehicles from interference affecting critical systems like braking and steering. The Automotive Technology and Innovation Centre is among few EMC laboratories in Japan equipped for high-voltage, high-current, high-torque and high-speed rotational testing. Its chambers can handle up to 25,000 RPM and power supplies delivering up to 1,500 volts and 1,000 amps. Located in Japan's Tokai region, the facility strengthens UL Solutions' global EMC testing network and supports automakers in the world's third-largest vehicle market, which produced over 8 million vehicles in 2025.