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UL Solutions

Global safety testing, certification, and inspection

Battery Cell/Module Validation Engineer

Full-Time
$110k - $130k/yr+ 10% target annual bonus
Senior
Bachelor's
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
HybridThree days on-site per week required; the role may require travel to client sites.
Electrical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
  • Strong understanding of lithium-ion batteries, including performance, electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing methodologies, and certification processes within the battery industry is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience executing design verification and production validation test plans tailored to the battery industry is required.
  • Familiarity with conformity assessment standards and regulations applicable to the field is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply project management principles and handle multiple engineering projects simultaneously, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, and client communication, is required.
  • Candidates must adhere to the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and security practices.
Responsibilities
  • Define project scope, develop investigation plans, and establish project specifications by analyzing client input, data, and product details.
  • Prepare quotes for battery testing projects in collaboration with the sales team.
  • Draft requests for quotation for external testing partner laboratories when in-house capacity is at maximum.
  • Conduct or oversee tests at client sites.
  • Initiate client communication to promote services, address technical issues, and negotiate project terms.
  • Develop and implement test programs that comply with Underwriters Laboratories requirements.
  • Coordinate laboratory activities, manage project administration, and prepare client reports.
  • Represent Underwriters Laboratories at industry events and provide leadership and training to staff.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience preparing and managing project quotes and requests for quotation is a plus.

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

Business Wire
Oct 26th, 2026
UL Solutions expands Ho Chi Minh City lab with Vietnam's first dedicated tools testing facility

UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) has opened an expanded testing laboratory in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It serves manufacturers, retailers, and brands in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. The site tests consumer and retail products, electrical and electronic goods, food contact materials, furniture, packaging, outdoor living products, power tools, and lawn and garden equipment under one roof. The company says this should cut lead times and speed up compliance. It includes UL Solutions' first controlled indoor environment in Vietnam for outdoor products such as gazebos and canopies, simulating real-world weather. It also houses the company's first dedicated tools testing laboratory in the country. "Manufacturers and brands need trusted testing and compliance services closer to where products are developed and made," said Upayan SenGupta, a senior vice president at UL Solutions.

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.