Electrical Engineer

Ul Solutions; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a technically skilled professional to support product testing and certification projects. You will conduct evaluations, coordinate lab testing, and guide clients through the certification process.

You will work directly with customers, manage timelines, prepare reports, and provide engineering guidance. Fresh graduates or those with up to 2 years of experience are welcome to apply, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.
• Fresh graduates and candidates with experience are welcome.
• Approximately 0–2+ years of experience; customer-facing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Determines project scope, plan, and specifications by analyzing client input and data.
• Travel to client sites for tests; initiates communication to promote services.
• Communicates with clients about technical issues and project costs.
• Prepares data sheets, schedules lab work, and coordinates technicians.
• Reviews files and manufacturer information to establish test programs.
• Maintains familiarity with UL standards and related procedures.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management and status reporting.
• Potentially serves as Project Handler or Reviewer of record.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Coaching

Communication

Data Analysis

Engineering

ISO/IEC 17025

Laboratory Safety

Lean Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Planning

Project Development

Project Management

Project Mgmt Support

Requirement Assurance

Software Tools

Standards Compliance

Troubleshooting

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Supports product testing and certification projects by conducting technical evaluations, coordinating lab testing, and ensuring compliance with UL standards.

Works directly with customers, manages project timelines, prepares reports, and provides technical guidance throughout the certification process.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.
• Is familiar with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature.
• Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance 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 engineering assistants and establishing completion dates.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• May serve as Project Handler of record and/or 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.
• Assists in the development of UL requirements.
• Assists in developing special test methods and test equipment.
• Analyzes test program for adequacy and sequence.
• May coordinate and/or perform File Reviews, as directed.
• May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shown. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Open to fresh graduates and candidates with experience.
• Approximately 0–2+ years of experience.
• Customer-facing experience is a plus.
• Training will be provided.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimatedsalary range for this position is $75,000- $85000 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 and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

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Required Skills

• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Communication Skills
• Data Analysis
• Engineering Disciplines
• ISO/IEC 17025
• Laboratory Safety
• Lean Six Sigma
• Microsoft Office
• Planning Abilities
• Project Development
• Project Management
• Project Management Support
• Requirement Assurance
• Software Tools
• Standards Compliance
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Time Management

About Us

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.