Field Evaluations Engineer - Northeast Region

UL Solutions; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 97,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a Field Evaluations Engineer for the Northeast Region to conduct on-site evaluations ensuring product compliance with safety standards. This role requires a strong engineering background, extensive knowledge of building codes, and the ability to manage complex evaluations. The position involves significant travel and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least eight years of related experience.
• Ability to manage complex product evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site engineering evaluations for compliance.
• Communicate with clients and authorities to promote UL services.
• Identify non-compliance areas and supervise related projects.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Building Codes

Field evaluations

Conformity standards

Electrical test equipment

Understanding of industry issues

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Field Evaluations Engineer - Northeast Region

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Job Description

Conduct on-site engineering evaluations to help regulatory authorities determine the compliance of a product, leading to the approval of the installation. The evaluation process includes documentation review, visual and mechanical inspections, assessing suitability for installation according to adopted codes such as the National Electrical Code (NEC), testing, and preparing an engineering report. Requirements include:

• An engineering/technology degree from an accredited university
• Expert knowledge of Building Codes, NEC, field evaluations, conformity standards, and the NEC
• Ability to handle projects involving complex, new, or modified products in the field
• Experience with electrical test equipment and conducting electrical tests on products
• Understanding of industry issues, needs, and problems
• At least eight years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Determine project scope, develop investigation plans, and specify project details based on client input and product data. Frequent travel to conduct on-site evaluations, including international travel.
• Communicate with clients and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to promote UL services, explain procedures, and negotiate sample requirements and completion timelines.
• Address client concerns and resolve complex issues related to product evaluations.
• Provide technical assistance and represent UL at meetings, seminars, and industry events.
• Identify non-compliance areas with applicable standards and plan, conduct, and supervise related projects.
• Develop test requirements beyond existing standards for unique or complex products and create special test methods and equipment.
• Potentially represent UL at local meetings and industry functions, providing leadership and technical advice on complex projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an ABET-accredited program
• Knowledge of technical vocabulary in field evaluation
• Expertise in NEC, building codes, and conformity standards
• Ability to manage complex and unusual product evaluations
• Experience with Hazard Based Safety Engineering (HBSE) concepts
• Home-based position preferred in the Northeast (NY, Boston, CT, NJ), with proximity to an airport due to high travel demands (up to 75%)

What We Offer

• Salary range: $97,000 to $120,000, based on experience and location
• Annual bonus potential (target 10%)
• Comprehensive health benefits, wellness programs, and retirement plans
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave

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UL Solutions is a global leader in safety science, providing testing, inspection, certification, software, and advisory services worldwide. We are committed to safety, security, and sustainability, helping customers innovate and grow responsibly.

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