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UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Engineer – Switching Devices

Electrical EngineeringUpdated on Nov 12
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or chemical engineering is required.
  • The role is open to fresh graduates and candidates with experience, with approximately 0–2+ years of experience.
  • Customer-facing experience is a plus.
  • Training will be provided.
  • Candidates must follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and all physical and digital security practices.

Responsibilities

  • Support product testing and certification projects by conducting technical evaluations, coordinating laboratory testing, and ensuring compliance with UL standards.
  • Work directly with customers, manage project timelines, prepare reports, and provide technical guidance throughout the certification process.
  • Determine project scope, develop a preliminary plan of investigation, and determine project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, supplemental data, and product construction.
  • Travel to client sites when projects require conducting or witnessing tests.
  • Initiate communication with clients to promote and explain new and existing services, and follow up on client contacts.
  • Discuss technical issues with clients, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion dates and sample requirements.
  • Address client concerns and resolve client issues.
  • Provide technical assistance to clients regarding product inspection and follow-up services; establish test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements.
  • Apply applicable standards, company manuals, and technical literature.
  • 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 for 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 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, special test methods, and test equipment.
  • Analyze test programs for adequacy and sequence.
  • Coordinate and/or perform File Reviews as directed.
  • Represent UL at industry-related functions such as seminars and trade shows when assigned.
  • Perform other duties as directed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Customer-facing experience is a plus.

About the Company

UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

UL Solutions tests, inspects, and certifies products and systems to ensure safety, security, and sustainability. It works by evaluating electronics, mobility, cybersecurity, and energy technologies against established standards, performing lab tests and risk assessments, and applying the UL Mark to passing products. Its differentiators include a long history dating back to 1894, a 2022 pivot to a for-profit unit with an IPO in 2024, and a global, cross-domain scope across fire, electrical, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy Safety science and advisory services. The goal is to help manufacturers manage supply-chain risks and bring safer, more reliable products to market.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Northbrook, IL
Founded
1894

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