Engineer – Construction Equipment and Physical Security

UL Solutions•Northbrook, IL

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Perform engineering evaluation of product types including Material and Scaffolding Hoists, Elevated Platforms / Scaffolding Systems, and Physical Security Products (e.g., safes, vaults, ballistic materials). Determines project scope, develops investigation plans, and defines project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input and available data. Projects may involve travel to client sites for testing. Initiates and maintains client communication to explain services, discuss technical issues, convey project costs, negotiate timelines, and resolve concerns. Provides technical assistance to clients regarding product inspection and follow-up services. Establishes appropriate test programs by reviewing files, manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements. Travel up to 25-35% is required for testing and project support. Familiarity with applicable standards, company manuals, and technical literature is essential. Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and communicates any non-compliance or scope changes to clients. Coordinates laboratory activities by preparing data sheets, instructing technicians, scheduling and reviewing work, and establishing completion dates. Manages administrative aspects of project management. May serve as Project Handler or Reviewer. Communicates project status and results to clients through frequent contact and reports. Prepares Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages. Integrates continuous improvement concepts. Resolves engineering issues related to Variation Notices. Assists in the development of UL requirements, special test methods, and test equipment. Analyzes test program adequacy and sequence. May perform File Reviews and represent UL at industry functions.

Requirements

University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or Manufacturing Technology from an accredited program OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong oral and written communication skills
Familiarity with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature.
Ability to read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.

Nice To Haves

Prior work or internship experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform engineering evaluation of Material and Scaffolding Hoists, Elevated Platforms / Scaffolding Systems, and Physical Security Products.
Determine project scope, develop investigation plans, and define project specifications (cost, time, sample requirements).
Initiate and maintain client communication regarding services, technical issues, costs, and project timelines.
Provide technical assistance to clients on product inspection and follow-up services.
Establish test programs based on UL requirements and manufacturer information.
Travel up to 25-35% to conduct or witness testing and support project requirements.
Examine samples for compliance with UL requirements and communicate findings to clients.
Coordinate laboratory activities, including technician work and scheduling.
Manage administrative aspects of project management.
Communicate project status and results to clients through reports and frequent contact.
Prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
Integrate continuous improvement concepts into job aspects.
Resolve engineering issues associated with Variation Notices.
Assist in the development of UL requirements, special test methods, and test equipment.
Analyze test program adequacy and sequence.
May coordinate and/or perform File Reviews.
May represent UL at industry-related functions.
Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
Perform other duties as directed.