Mechanical Engineer - Oil & Gas

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Annual bonus potential (5%)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Underwriters Laboratories Inc. in Northbrook, Illinois, is seeking a Project Engineer for a hybrid role requiring three days per week in the office. You will define project scope, plan investigations, and coordinate client testing and data collection.

Responsibilities include communicating with clients, explaining UL procedures, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with UL requirements. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Office proficiency, and the ability to work in the US

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Engineering work or internship experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Determines project scope, develops a preliminary plan of investigation, and determines project specifications by analyzing client input and data.
• Projects may include travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites and to promote services.
• Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues, costs, and timelines.
• Coordinates laboratory activities and scheduling of technicians.
• Prepares data sheets, reports, and follow-up procedures.
• Ensures compliance with UL requirements and industry standards.
• May serve as Project Handler of record and/or Reviewer of record.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives and industry events.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem solving

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Job description

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in Northbrook, IL.

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 Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Engineering work or internship experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000-85,000 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 including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

Learn more:

Working at UL Solutions is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal. Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com

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

We work at the center of safety and sustainability — we’re helping to tackle the worst aspects of the global climate crisis with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy and electrified transportation. Whether we’re helping customers make safer electric vehicle batteries or debating the impact of wind farms, we develop cutting‑edge safety science. And we do it in some of the largest and best‑equipped laboratories in the world. We’re always looking for people to help us explore, experiment and advance ideas that change the way the world works. Join our team and help create a cleaner, safer future for all.