UL Solutions

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in Northbrook, IL.

• Determines project scope and specifications with substantial latitude for action or decision.
• Recommends changes in procedures, design or equipment where necessary.
• Initiates communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services.
• Communicates with clients to provide technical assistance in reference to complex product evaluation and/or inspection and follow-up services.
• Follows up on contacts from clients.
• Resolves technical issues and explains UL procedures and requirements.
• Plans, conducts and supervises projects of major magnitude and scope.
• Determines areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications and notifies client.
• Coordinates complex laboratory activities by developing data sheets.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• May serve as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Resolves complex engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Develops UL requirements for testing products beyond the scope of existing standards, or those involving unique features requiring frequent use of independent judgment.
• Develops special test methods and test equipment.
• Represents UL on technical committees of national and/or international organizations.
• Provides leadership and technical advice on special projects that involve complex, new or unusual issues.
• May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer or Designated Engineer for specific product categories.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs special projects as directed.
• .University Degree in Engineering, Fire Science, or similar field required.
• 10+ years of experience in Life Safety/Fire Alarm Systems required. Compliance engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with customers.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in areas of expertise, including application to complex, new, or unusual products.
• Working knowledge of industry issues, needs, and problems.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $115,000-150,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Our buildings don’t just shape our skylines — they provide the backdrop to our lives. And knowing they’re safe matters. We’ve been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining our expertise with innovative new technologies to help make sure both people and property are secure. As more people have to deal with extreme weather, we’re on hand to test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether we’re simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do on our team is used in buildings around the world to — quite literally — help save lives. Join our team and build your skills, build innovative solutions and help build a safer world.