Field Evaluations Engineer - Chicago, IL

UL Solutions • Chicago, IL

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Field Evaluations Engineer independently manages engineering projects and their timely completion, with minimal supervision. The role develops UL requirements, test methods, and test equipment for complex, new, unusual, or modified products. It is a home-based position centered on Chicago and Northbrook, Illinois, though other locations may be acceptable based on experience. Frequent travel is required to conduct on-site product evaluations, including some international travel; candidates should live near an airport.

The engineer assesses products against applicable codes, regulations, and conformity standards; communicates with clients and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs); and serves as project handler or reviewer of record when assigned. The role also represents UL at outside organization meetings, provides technical presentations, resolves complex engineering issues, and incorporates continuous improvement into its work. The employee must follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.

Requirements

• Eight years of directly related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an ABET-accredited program.
• Expert knowledge of NEC, Building Codes, regulatory requirements, and conformity standards in areas of expertise.
• Detailed knowledge of technical vocabulary common to the field evaluation business.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts, including to complex, new, unusual, or modified products in the field.
• Experience with Hazard Based Engineering concepts.
• Working knowledge of industry issues, needs, and problems.
• Experience using electrical test equipment and conducting electrical tests on products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client-interfacing skills.
• Ability to work remotely.
• Ability to travel frequently; some international travel is required.
• Strong computer skills.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.
• Candidate must be located close to an airport due to high travel requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Hazardous Locations.
• Background in Data Centers.

Responsibilities

• Independently determine project scope, develop a preliminary plan of investigation, and determine project specifications by analyzing client input, available data, and product construction.
• Conduct frequent on-site product evaluations and undertake some international travel.
• Communicate with clients and AHJs to explain the benefits of new and existing services.
• Discuss technical issues and UL procedures and requirements with clients, and negotiate completion dates and sample requirements.
• Address client concerns and resolve complex client issues.
• Provide technical assistance to clients regarding product evaluations and plans review.
• Represent UL at meetings of outside organizations and present on code- and certification-related technical topics.
• Determine where products may not comply with standard-based requirements.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise major code- and regulatory-related projects.
• Serve as Project Handler of record and sign as Reviewer of record when assigned.
• Resolve complex engineering issues by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of field-based product evaluations.
• Develop test requirements for products outside the scope of existing standards or with unique features requiring independent judgment.
• Develop special test methods and test equipment.
• May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer for specific product categories.
• Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Read and follow the UL Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of base salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off for full-time employees, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays including personal days, and 72 hours of sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior