Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from UL Solutions
Job overview
The Engineer Project Associate at UL Solutions conducts on-site engineering evaluations to ensure product compliance with safety codes, impacting regulatory approvals and safety standards.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves independently determining project scope, conducting on-site product evaluations with frequent travel, communicating with clients and authorities, resolving technical issues, developing test methods, and representing UL at industry events.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an estimated salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 with a 5% annual bonus target, health benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, retirement savings (401K), and paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a university degree in engineering or related fields with at least four years of relevant experience, expert knowledge of NEC, building codes, and conformity standards, experience with electrical test equipment, strong communication and client-interfacing skills, and the ability to work remotely with frequent travel.
Work environment and culture
UL Solutions values safety, sustainability, and innovation, offering a collaborative environment focused on advancing safety science and addressing global challenges like climate change.
Company information
UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, providing testing, inspection, certification, software, and advisory services in over 110 countries, helping customers innovate and grow sustainably.
Team overview
The team focuses on safety and sustainability projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, and electrified transportation, working in advanced laboratories to develop cutting-edge safety science.
Job location and travel
This is a home-based position preferably in the Pacific Northwest (WA), with candidates needing to be near an airport due to high travel requirements, including some international travel.
Unique job features
The job offers unique opportunities to work on innovative safety science projects related to climate crisis solutions, renewable energy, and electrified transportation, with significant travel and client interaction.
Company overview
UL Solutions is a global safety science company that focuses on testing, inspection, certification, and providing advisory services. They help businesses ensure their products meet safety and regulatory standards, thereby protecting consumer well-being and enhancing market access. Founded in 1894, UL Solutions has a rich history of advancing safety science and has grown to operate in over 100 countries. Their revenue model primarily involves fees for their testing and certification services, as well as consulting and training programs.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your engineering degree and extensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code, Building Codes, and conformity standards, highlighting your ability to conduct field evaluations and product inspections independently.
Focus on showcasing project management skills, client communication experience, and your familiarity with electrical test equipment and regulatory compliance processes as these are key responsibilities.
Apply through UL Solutions' corporate career site and LinkedIn, as well as other job boards where this role is posted, to maximize your application reach and visibility.
Connect with current employees in UL Solutions' Product Safety Field Evaluation Team on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent UL industry initiatives or asking about their experience with international field evaluations to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'field evaluation,' 'National Electrical Code,' 'project management,' 'electrical test equipment,' and 'regulatory compliance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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