Engineer - Engineered Materials

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

6d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer works in the Component Products division of Engineered Materials, which certifies products including marking and labeling, electrical insulation, coatings, chemicals, and gaskets. This is a hybrid role requiring three days in Northbrook, Illinois. The engineer manages certification projects from scoping and planning through testing, client communication, and reporting. The role may involve travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites and may include serving as Project Handler of record or Reviewer of record.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to communicate with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in materials development, testing, or a similar area is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine project scope, develop preliminary investigation plans, and establish specifications such as cost, timing, and sample requirements based on client input, supplemental data, and product construction.
• Initiate and follow up on client contacts to explain and promote services, discuss technical issues and UL procedures, communicate project costs, and negotiate completion dates and sample requirements.
• Address client concerns and resolve issues, including providing technical assistance concerning product inspection and follow-up services.
• Establish test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements and applicable standards.
• Examine samples for compliance with UL requirements and notify clients of noncompliance or changes to project scope or specifications.
• Coordinate laboratory activities, including preparing data sheets and technician instructions, scheduling and reviewing work, and setting completion dates.
• Coordinate administrative aspects of project management and communicate project status and results through client 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 or perform File Reviews as directed.
• Represent UL at industry-related functions such as seminars and trade shows, as applicable.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid time off for full-time employees, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays including floating holidays, and 80 hours of sick time.
• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time