UL

Engineer Project Associate - Circuit Protection/Electrical Distribution

UL$75K — $90K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • 3 years of experience in the Electrical Distribution or Circuit Protection industry required.
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

  • Determine project scope and develop preliminary plans based on client input and product construction.
  • Travel to client sites for testing and communicate benefits of services offered.
  • Follow up with clients on project progress and concerns.
  • Discuss technical issues and negotiate project timelines and sample requirements.
  • Provide technical assistance and ensure compliance with UL standards.
  • Coordinate laboratory activities and establish completion dates for projects.
  • Prepare project status reports and Follow-Up Service Procedures.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Wellness benefits covering mental and financial health.
  • 401K retirement savings plan.
  • Generous paid time off with 15 vacation days and 12 holiday days.
  • Additional sick time off (72 hours).
Full Job Description
Job Description

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in office.

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 support staff and establishing completion dates.
  • Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
  • Serves as Project Handler of record and may sign as 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 shows.
  • Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
  • Performs other duties as directed.


Qualifications

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • 3 years of experience in the Electrical Distribution or Circuit Protection industry required.
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong communication, project management and organizational skills needed.


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 $75,500.00-90,000.00 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).

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About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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