Associate Field Engineer - Eastern PA

UL Solutions; King of Prussia (PA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a Field Engineer in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania to perform safety certifications and quality system audits. The role involves analyzing test results, communicating with manufacturers, and conducting inspections. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or a related field, preferably with experience in Field Engineering or Quality Engineering. Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $85,000, plus bonuses and benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in Engineering or related fields preferred.
• Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering is a plus.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety and non-safety certification inspections.
• Evaluate examination and test results against applicable requirements.
• Communicate with manufacturers and customers for inspections.
• Document inspection results and maintain logs.

Skills

Field Engineering

Compliance

Quality Engineering

Client Communication

Schematic Interpretation

Education

University Degree or Equivalent Technical Certification

Tools

Micrometers

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Job description

Responsibilities

UL Field Engineering Team is hiring in the Eastern Pennsylvania area. A Field Engineer performs safety and non-safety certification inspections, audits of quality systems and field evaluations in accordance with the required performance standards and requirements.

• Assists in analyzing and evaluating examination and test results against applicable requirements.
• Uses technical judgement to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and determine if alternative is achieved.
• Assists 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 reviews manufacturers’ programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
• Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.
• Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non‑safety and safety certification inspections. Investigates misuse of UL Mark situations.
• Provides general information on policies and procedures for the varied UL services along with promoting and explaining the benefits of new and existing services.
• Discusses procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.
• Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment. Observes use of manufacturer’s equipment necessary to meet UL requirements. Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment.
• Documents examination, variations and test results to appropriate UL forms. Maintains logs for scheduling inspections, time and expenses. Performs various calculations in more than one specific engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

Qualifications

• University Degree or Equivalent Technical Certification (preferred) in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics. Generally no directly related experience or less than 1 year experience may be acceptable. Commensurate experience could be considered.
• Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering preferred.
• ASQ certification a plus.
• Experience with UL Standards, 508A, Industrial Control Panels a plus.
• General electronics background, and strong mechanical and technical aptitude with 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.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work at heights. Lightning Protection experience a plus.
• Field Engineering remote with daily client visits within the Eastern Pennsylvania area.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally, and work remotely. Travel requirements are generally for local travel within a set radius of home location. Travel outside area is expected on occasion for training purposes and additional support of workload in other territories. This position does not generally report to a specific UL office.
• Must be located or willing to relocate to the Eastern Pennsylvania area, King of Prussia, Philadelphia.

What we offer

• 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 75,000 to 85,000 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 5% 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).