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UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Director – Global Industry Leader - Digital Solutions

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$170k - $227k+ 30% target bonus + 30% RSU grant
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's, MBA
Austin, TX, USA+1 moreMore locations: Northbrook, IL, USA
In Person
Business & StrategyCorporate Strategy

About the job

Requirements
  • A university degree equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Business or a related discipline is required.
  • An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
  • Senior leadership skills are required.
  • M&A exposure or experience is required.
  • Experience working in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and other software-intensive or digital solutions is required.
  • Understanding of product management and the software lifecycle is required; consulting experience or exposure is preferred.
  • Experience with complex customer interactions, products, and services is required.
  • A track record of building strong people and teams is required.
  • Regional experience, including cultural, market, and business practices, is required.
  • Experience implementing significant organizational changes is required.
  • Business and financial acumen are required.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Technological savvy, including understanding the impact of technology on UL, its products and services, and customers, is required.
  • Ability to drive growth through various business models, including TIC and software/digital models, is required.
  • Extensive experience modernizing legacy systems, securing critical infrastructure, or building next-generation platforms is required.
  • Ability to execute is required.
Responsibilities
  • Establish and communicate the vision and strategy for Digital Solutions across the Consumer customer operating units and provide input to enterprise-wide strategy.
  • Drive consistent and efficient global processes for seamless customer delivery.
  • Develop and help implement an organizational framework and delivery model for digital solutions.
  • Identify and design growth strategies and innovation to address evolving client demands and requirements within the Digital Solutions industry, and create the required service portfolio beyond ULS's traditional business.
  • Establish relevant contacts with potential key technology and strategic alliance partners and develop a commercial partnership strategy.
  • Guide and support change initiatives and new business models.
  • Champion an engaged, inclusive, and attractive work environment for ULS employees.
  • Support global Industry/Service Line P&L within the COU, aligning with Regional GMs and other industry leaders.
  • Provide support and direction for specific challenges with a major business impact.
  • Oversee continuous improvement projects to improve internal and external efficiency.
  • Ensure the right talent is in place to support business needs.
  • Evaluate and recommend low-cost or optimal delivery models that meet customer needs without compromising quality.
  • Interact with key customers and other stakeholders.
  • Attend industry events and network with customers and key stakeholders.
  • Engage in deep dives with large and complex customers.
Desired Qualifications
  • Consulting experience or exposure is preferred.

About the company

UL Solutions tests, inspects, and certifies products and systems to ensure safety, security, and sustainability. It applies rigorous safety standards across electronics, mobility, cybersecurity, and energy technology, issuing the UL Mark to products that pass. Its work blends laboratory testing, risk assessment, conformity certification, and advisory services to help manufacturers navigate compliance and supply-chain risk. Its goal is to help companies bring safer, more reliable products to market worldwide, supported by a long history and global reach.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Northbrook, Illinois

Founded

1894

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue reached $816 million, with 6.6% organic growth and raised full-year outlook.
  • September 24, 2026 prefabricated data-center power certification won Schneider Electric as first customer.
  • AI infrastructure demand lifts UL Solutions' liquid cooling, power distribution, and EMC testing pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • June 2026 restructuring exits cut about 1% of revenue and finish only by Q1 2027.
  • Q2 2026 margins faced pressure from compensation, professional fees, and acquisition-related integration costs.
  • Intertek, SGS, and TÜV compete directly; certification commoditization threatens UL's pricing power.

What makes UL Solutions unique

  • UL Solutions monetizes century-old safety standards, certification, and follow-up testing across 110 countries.
  • September 29, 2026: UL 4501 certification targets direct-to-chip liquid cooling for AI data centers.
  • Toyota City EMC lab, opened July 1, 2026, deepens automotive safety-testing breadth.

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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

Yahoo Finance
Sep 29th, 2026
UL Solutions certifies direct-to-chip liquid cooling for AI data centers

UL Solutions has launched a certification programme for direct-to-chip liquid cooling equipment used in AI data centres. The certification evaluates liquid cooling subassemblies for safety, performance, leak integrity and interoperability. AI chips generate intense heat that traditional air cooling may not adequately address. Direct-to-chip liquid cooling uses coolant flowing through a cold plate attached to the chip to absorb and carry away heat. The certification covers components including cold plates, manifolds and quick disconnects. UL Solutions evaluates these using UL 4501, assessing coolant compatibility, pressure integrity, durability and interoperability. Global data centre electricity use is expected to more than double between 2024 and 2030, with cooling accounting for up to 40% of energy consumption. The certification aims to help manufacturers demonstrate product readiness whilst enabling data centre operators to make informed purchasing decisions.

Yahoo Finance
Sep 14th, 2026
UL Solutions launches certification for vehicle-to-grid tech enabling EVs to supply power back to the grid

UL Solutions has launched a certification programme for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies, enabling electric vehicles to supply power back to the grid during high demand periods. The programme aims to build confidence in technologies that transform parked EVs into backup power resources. V2G systems allow parked vehicles to send electricity to the grid when demand is high and recharge during lower-demand periods. According to the Electric Power Research Institute, approximately 90% of electric vehicles remain parked at any given time under typical driving patterns. A recent E3 study commissioned by General Motors estimates V2G could potentially deliver 5 to 15 times more per-vehicle value than one-way managed charging in many markets. The certification programme helps manufacturers demonstrate safety and reliability whilst supporting grid stability.

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.