Engineer- Consumer Tech

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions in Northbrook, IL seeks an Engineer in the Consumer Technology division to independently manage and execute engineering safety investigations for a wide range of consumer devices. The role is hybrid, onsite at Northbrook, IL 3 days a week, with potential travel to client sites.

Salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000, plus a target 5% annual bonus and health/retirement benefits. You will coordinate test programs, apply UL requirements, and communicate results to clients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with Electrical focus from ABET accredited program.
• 1-3 years directly related experience preferred but not required.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.

Responsibilities

• Determines project scope and plan of investigation with cost, time, and sample requirements.
• Travel to client sites for tests or witness tests when needed.
• Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues and project requirements.
• Coordinates laboratory activities and schedules technicians and engineers.
• Prepares reports and follows up on client contacts.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hands-on engineering

Problem solving

Innovative

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

Job description

Job Description

An Engineer within our Consumer Technology division will independently manage and execute timely completion of engineering safety investigations for a wide variety of cutting-edge consumer technology equipment, and other devices.

Job Description

An Engineer within our Consumer Technology division will independently manage and execute timely completion of engineering safety investigations for a wide variety of cutting-edge consumer technology equipment, and other devices.

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 with Electrical focus, or related field from an ABET accredited program
• 1-3 years directly related experience preferred but not required
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact and connect with customers
• Proven ability to be innovative and creative
• Desire to work within a team environment
• Comfortable in laboratory environments performing hands‑on engineering
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to provide unique solutions to complex problems

This is a Hybrid role with expectations to be onsite at our Northbrook, Minnesota or Toronto locations 3 days a week

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000- $80,000 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 and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

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

Imagine getting your hands on new technology before it hits the shelves. To dig deep and figure out exactly how it works. That’s what we do. We lift the lid and test the boundaries on a huge range of products, from health‑monitoring smart watches monitoring to electric vehicles loaded with the latest software. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about innovation, embrace change and love new and exciting challenges. Join our team, influence emerging technology and forge a successful career at the center of safety science.