Engineer

UL Solutions•Brea, CA

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an Engineer role for a recent Electrical or Mechanical Engineering graduate, based in Brea, California, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office. The role involves determining project scope and investigation plans, establishing project specifications, coordinating product testing and laboratory work, and communicating technical information and project progress to clients. Projects may include travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests. The Engineer evaluates product samples against Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements, establishes test programs, coordinates project administration, and prepares reports and follow-up service documentation. The role may include serving as Project Handler or Reviewer of record, assisting with UL requirements and test methods, and representing UL at industry events. The employee is expected to follow UL’s Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.

Requirements

Recent graduate; fresh graduates are welcome.
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
Follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to HVAC systems, power tools or drills, gardening tools, permanent fans, dual/micro water heaters, or similar consumer or industrial products.
Basic understanding of product testing, evaluation, or certification processes.

Responsibilities

Determine project scope, develop preliminary investigation plans, and establish project specifications by analyzing client input, supplemental data, and product construction.
Travel to client sites when needed to conduct or witness tests.
Initiate and follow up on client communications to explain services and address client contacts.
Discuss technical issues, UL procedures and requirements, project costs, completion dates, and sample requirements with clients; negotiate project details and resolve client concerns.
Provide technical assistance to clients regarding product inspection and follow-up services.
Establish test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements.
Apply relevant standards, company manuals, and technical literature.
Examine samples for compliance with UL requirements and notify clients of noncompliance or changes in project scope or specifications.
Coordinate laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and technician instructions, scheduling and reviewing laboratory work, and setting completion dates.
Coordinate administrative aspects of project management.
Serve as Project Handler of record and/or Reviewer of record when assigned.
Communicate project status and results to clients through frequent contact and written 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 events, such as seminars and trade shows, when applicable.
Read and follow the UL Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
Perform other duties as directed.