Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Engineer IIat UL Research Institutes, based in our Columbia, Maryland office.

The Research Engineer II conducts experiments, gathers data, develops preliminary findings, and prepares written reports/manuscripts. The Research Engineer II works closely with other researchers to ensure all processes are accurate and technically sound.

What you’ll learn and achieve:

As the Research Engineer II, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Identifies fundamental knowledge needed to enhance UL’s thought leadership and support the strategy of Fire Safety.

• Document experimental procedures, prepare detailed papers and reports, and evaluate technical specifications and factors related to experimental objectives.

• Identify and recommend hardware and equipment needed for operations, and experimental use.

• Stays ahead of changing technologies in the field by reading journals and scientific publications and attending academic conferences.

• Gathers data for projects and works collaboratively with Research Engineers and Scientists to conduct research.

• Leads and assists with publications.

• Operate independently and safety in the lab/field.

• Can lead and assist with data collection and data analysis.

• Performs other duties as directed.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

• Demonstrated general knowledge of relevant engineering and scientific disciplines, with the ability to continuously maintain and advance both academic and applied technical expertise.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct full-scale fire experiments in field settings on topics relevant to wildfire and wildland urban interface fire research.

• Knowledge of fire dynamics and heat transfer topics that can be applied to studies of structures impacted by large-scale exterior fires from neighboring structures, vegetation and/or vehicles.

• Ability to interpret and evaluate experimental data and numerical modeling outputs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

• Advanced data analysis skills, including the ability to interpret complex datasets, identify trends, and draw technically defensible conclusions.

• Advanced capabilities in instrument design, system installation, troubleshooting, and programming to support custom research and experimental needs.

• Ability to collaborate with peers and work directly with Research Engineers, Scientists, and other team members to complete a project from start to finish.

• Demonstrated ability to serve as lead author on technical reports and peer‑reviewed publications, including coordinating contributor input and ensuring scientific rigor.

 Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Doctoral degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering (or related engineering or scientific discipline) plus 0 years of postdoctoral, or equivalent experience, or

• Master’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering (or related engineering or scientific discipline) plus 2 or more years of directly related work experience, or

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering (or related engineering or scientific discipline) plus 6 or more years of directly related work experience.

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