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UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Associate Field Engineer

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAlbany, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree or equivalent technical certification in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics is preferred; candidates with generally no directly related experience or less than one year of experience may be considered, and commensurate experience may substitute.
  • Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering is preferred.
  • ASQ certification is a plus.
  • Experience with UL Standards, 508A, or Industrial Control Panels is a plus.
  • A general electronics background and strong mechanical and technical aptitude, including the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
  • Ability to cross-sell and understand client business needs.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and client-interfacing skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Must be located or willing to relocate to the Albany, New York area.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally, work remotely, and occasionally travel outside the local area for training or workload support in other territories.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in analyzing and evaluating examination and test results against applicable requirements.
  • Use technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and whether an alternative is achieved.
  • Assist in interpreting and analyzing examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers’ measuring equipment, and reviewing production and inspection records.
  • Periodically review manufacturers’ production, inspection, and shipping programs to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
  • Evaluate and facilitate corrective-action options when variations from UL requirements are identified.
  • Communicate with manufacturers, customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections; investigate misuse of the UL Mark.
  • Provide general information on policies and procedures for UL services and promote and explain new and existing services.
  • Discuss procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection, and variations in products, devices, processes, systems, and materials to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements, or help develop new requirements.
  • Use instruments such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL-supplied equipment to perform inspections; observe manufacturer equipment used to meet UL requirements; confirm calibration of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and may calibrate UL-supplied equipment.
  • Document examinations, variations, and test results on appropriate UL forms; maintain inspection scheduling, time, and expense logs; perform calculations in engineering fields such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection.
  • Integrate continuous-improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering.
  • ASQ certification.
  • Experience with UL Standards, 508A, or Industrial Control Panels.

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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