Hybrid Environmental Engineer:Decarbonization & Efficiency

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Engineer to advance our environmental goals. The role focuses on reducing emissions across scopes 1‑3, lowering energy use, and embedding sustainability in daily operations.

Hybrid role with 3 days/week in Northbrook, IL or Chicago, IL; also in Ballerup, DK. The incumbent will analyze performance, model energy use, and support ROI and ESG reporting for sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental/Mechanical/Chemical or Sustainability Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years experience with environmental engineering principles and sustainability concepts.
• Facilities engineering experience; LEED or building certification knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate engineering solutions to reduce GHG emissions, energy use, waste and water consumption.
• Conduct environmental performance analyses and diagnose inefficiencies to recommend actions.
• Support evaluation of renewable energy options and low‑carbon technologies.
• Collaborate across teams to optimize building systems for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

MS Office

EHS data tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

UL Solutions is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Engineer to advance our environmental goals. The role focuses on reducing emissions across scopes 1‑3, lowering energy use, and embedding sustainability in daily operations.

Hybrid role with 3 days/week in Northbrook, IL or Chicago, IL; also in Ballerup, DK. The incumbent will analyze performance, model energy use, and support ROI and ESG reporting for sustainability initiatives.