Engineer

UL Solutions External Career Site; Brea (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis​

Wellness benefits

401K

Paid time off (vacation/holidays/pers.

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a fresh graduate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering for an Engineer role in Brea, California. The position follows a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office.

The role involves defining project scope, coordinating client tests, and ensuring UL compliance while collaborating with clients and teams. A degree in engineering and exposure to relevant product categories are valued and a future in growth with UL Solutions is offered.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate; new grads welcome.
• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Exposure to HVAC systems, power tools/drills, gardening tools, fans, water heaters, or similar products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Defines project scope and develops a preliminary investigation plan with specs like cost, time, and sample needs.
• May travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests and explain services.
• Communicates with clients about UL procedures, project cost, and schedule.
• Prepares data sheets, schedules technicians, and reviews lab work.
• Ensures compliance with UL requirements and industry standards.
• Assists in developing UL requirements and testing methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Project management

Planning abilities

Time management

Problem solving

Coaching and mentoring

Microsoft Office

Technical troubleshooting

Standards compliance

Engineering disciplines

ISO/IEC 17025

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Fresh grad Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with exposure to HVAC, power tools, gardening tools, fans, water heaters, or similar product categories. Seeking candidates for an Engineer role in Brea, California with a hybrid schedule requiring 3 days per week in the office.

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

• Recent graduate (Fresh Grad) candidates are welcome.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Prior exposure to HVAC systems, power tools/drills, gardening tools, permanent fans, dual/micro water heaters, or similar consumer/industrial products is a plus.

Basic understanding of product testing, evaluation, or certification processes preferred.

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 $75000 - $80000 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)

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.

About the Team

There's nothing more fundamental than the air we breathe and the water we drink. Our rigorous testing processes help providers deliver these fundamental building blocks safely around the world. And with the rise of smart, connected homes, the work we do has never been more exciting - or more innovative. Whether it's light pollution, security systems or smart appliances, we work with commercial systems to ensure their performance and safety for people around the world. We're passionate about exploring new solutions and finding better ways to help create healthier, happier environments. Join our team and play an essential role in shaping safer futures.