Engineer Project Associate
About The Position
The Engineer Project Associate determines project scope, develops preliminary investigation plans, and sets project specifications such as cost, timing, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction. Projects may involve travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites. The role communicates with clients about services, technical issues, UL procedures and requirements, project costs, completion dates, and sample requirements; follows up on client contacts; and works to address and resolve client concerns. The position establishes test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements. It uses knowledge of applicable standards, company manuals, and technical literature to assess samples for compliance and communicate noncompliance or changes in project scope or specifications. The role coordinates laboratory and administrative project activities, including preparing data sheets and technician instructions, scheduling and reviewing laboratory and engineering support work, and setting completion dates. It serves as Project Handler of record and may serve as Reviewer of record when assigned. The Engineer Project Associate communicates project status and results to clients and prepares reports and Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages. Additional work includes incorporating continuous improvement practices, resolving engineering issues related to Variation Notices, assisting with UL requirements and special test methods or equipment, assessing test-program adequacy and sequence, and potentially coordinating or performing File Reviews or representing UL at industry events. The employee must follow the UL Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices and perform other duties as directed.
Requirements
- University degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Physics from an accredited program.
- Two years of directly related experience.
- Detailed knowledge of technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.
- Basic knowledge of laboratory testing apparatus and techniques common to the appropriate discipline.
Responsibilities
- Determine project scope, develop a preliminary plan of investigation, and establish project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements.
- Travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests when projects require it.
- Initiate and follow up on client communications to explain services and discuss technical issues, UL procedures and requirements, costs, completion dates, and sample requirements.
- Address client concerns and resolve client issues, and provide technical assistance concerning product inspection and follow-up services.
- Establish test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements.
- Examine samples for compliance with UL requirements and notify clients about noncompliance or changes to project scope or specifications.
- Coordinate laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and technician instructions, scheduling and reviewing laboratory and engineering support work, and establishing completion dates.
- Coordinate administrative aspects of project management.
- Serve as Project Handler of record and, when assigned, sign as Reviewer of record.
- Communicate project status and results to clients through regular contact and reports.
- Prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
- Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
- Resolve engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of variations.
- Assist in developing UL requirements, special test methods, and test equipment.
- Analyze test programs for adequacy and sequence.
- Coordinate and/or perform File Reviews as directed.
- Represent UL at industry-related seminars, trade shows, or other functions when needed.
- Follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
- Perform other duties as directed.
Benefits
- Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.
- Medical, dental, and vision health benefits.
- Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health support.
- Retirement savings through a 401(k).
- Paid time off for full-time employees, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays (including floating holidays), and 72 hours of sick time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
