Project Engineer

UL, LLC; Carugate; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 10%

21 vacation days

Lunch voucher (10€ per working day)

Voluntary Pension Plan

UL University learning platform access

Two volunteering days

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a Project Engineer to autonomously manage certification projects in the Industrial Electronic Control segment, ensuring on-time delivery and high quality for clients. You will work in an international team and travel to client sites as needed, promoting UL services and addressing technical issues.

The role requires a university degree in electronics or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of UL standards and conformity.

Qualifications

• University degree plus four years related work experience.
• Detailed knowledge of technical vocabulary in the relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of conformity standards in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of UL 61800-5-1, UL 61010-1, UL 61010-2-201 and UL 61010-2-030 preferred; CB Scheme experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, plan investigations, and determine cost, time, and sample needs.
• Conduct or witness tests at client sites as needed.
• Communicate with clients to explain UL procedures and project status.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and manage technicians and staff.
• Prepare data sheets, instructions, and project reports for clients.
• Integrate continuous improvement concepts into project execution.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Electronic engineering knowledge

UL standards knowledge

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or related field

Job description

As global leader in applied safety science, UL SOLUTIONS transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 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 Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect 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.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager and under general supervision, as our Project Engineer you will work in an international team and you will autonomously manage the execution of projects within the Industrial Electronic Control segment to ensure that the certification projects are delivered on time and with the best quality and experience for our clients.

• Independently determines project scope, develops a preliminary plan of investigation, and determines project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction.

• Projects may include frequent travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites.

• Initiates communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services.

• Follows up on contacts from clients.

• Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements.

• Acts to address client concerns and to resolve client issues.

• Provides technical assistance to clients in reference to product inspection and follow-up services.

• Establishes appropriate test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer's information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements.

• Notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications.

• Coordinates laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling and reviewing work of Laboratory Technicians and support staff and establishing completion dates.

• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.

• Serves as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned.

• Communicates project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports.

• Prepares Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.

• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

• Resolves engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.

• Proposes development of new and/or revised UL requirements.

• Develops special test methods and test equipment.

• Coordinates and/or performs File Reviews.

• May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shows.

• May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer or Designated Engineer for specific product categories.

• May directs and review work of assigned staff.

• May train office, field, and/or laboratory staff and entry-level engineers.

• Provides technical assistance to laboratory and/or field staff.

• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.

• Performs other duties as directed.

• University Degree in Electronic Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program plus four years directly related work experience.

• Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.

• Working knowledge of conformity standards in use in area of expertise.

• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in area of expertise.

• Knowledge of UL 61800-5-1, UL 61010-1, UL 61010-2-201 and UL 61010-2-030 standards is preferred. Experience with the CB Scheme and a solid understanding of international product certification requirements will be considered a strong advantage.

  What we offer:

  We understand that remuneration and benefits are important when deciding on your next career move. The annual salary range for this position is EUR 38.100 - 50.800 gross, determined by numerous factors, including knowledge, skills, and experience (Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): Commerce Sector - Job Classification Level: Level 2-1). This position also offers an annual bonus of up to 10% of annual salary. We also offer 21 vacation days, lunch voucher (10€ per working day),Voluntary Individual Pension Plan, Fiscal Assistance, access to the ULS University learning platform to support your development and learning, two additional days off for volunteering, and flexible working to support your work-life balance.

  This position is gender-neutral and open to all qualified candidates, regardless of gender identity.

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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.

UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.