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UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Associate Field Engineer

Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeQuébec City, QC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree or equivalent technical certification, preferred, in engineering, engineering technology, industrial technology, manufacturing technology, or physics from an ABET-accredited program; generally no directly related experience or less than one year of experience may be acceptable.
  • Comparable experience may be considered.
  • Experience in field engineering, compliance, or quality engineering is preferred.
  • ASQ certification is a plus.
  • Experience with UL standards, Standard 508A, and 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 skills and client-interfacing skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Bilingual ability in French and English.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally and work remotely.
  • Must be located or willing to relocate to the Quebec City area.

Responsibilities

  • Perform safety and non-safety certification inspections, quality-system audits, and field evaluations in accordance with required performance standards and requirements.
  • Analyze and evaluate examination and test results against applicable requirements.
  • Use technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise continued application of the UL Mark and whether an alternative is achieved.
  • Interpret and analyze examination and test results against UL requirements, verify the accuracy of manufacturers’ measuring equipment, and review 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 certification inspections, and investigate misuse of the UL Mark.
  • Provide general information on policies and procedures for UL services, and promote and explain the benefits of 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, and ammeters, and other UL-supplied equipment to perform inspections.
  • Observe manufacturers’ use of equipment needed to meet UL requirements, confirm proper calibration of their measuring equipment, and perform calibration of UL-supplied equipment when needed.
  • Document examinations, variations, and test results on appropriate UL forms, and maintain logs for inspection scheduling, time, and expenses.
  • Perform calculations in multiple engineering fields, such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection.
  • Integrate continuous-improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

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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