Mechanical Engineer - Oil & Gas

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

6d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This hybrid Mechanical Engineer role requires working three days per week in Northbrook, Illinois. The engineer manages projects involving product evaluation and testing, including determining project scope and specifications based on client input and product information. Projects may involve travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests. The role includes client communications, establishing test programs, examining samples for compliance with UL requirements, coordinating laboratory work, managing project administration, and communicating project status and results. The engineer may serve as Project Handler or Reviewer of record, prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages, address engineering issues related to Variation Notices, and contribute to UL requirements, special test methods, and test equipment. The role also requires following the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.

The estimated salary range is $70,000–$85,000. The position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness benefits; retirement savings; and paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering work or internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine project scope, develop preliminary investigation plans, and establish project specifications such as cost, timing, and sample requirements.
• Travel to client sites to conduct or witness tests when required by projects.
• Initiate and follow up on client communications to explain and promote services.
• Discuss technical issues, UL procedures and requirements, project costs, completion dates, and sample requirements with clients; address concerns and resolve issues.
• Provide clients with technical assistance regarding 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 of noncompliance or changes to project scope or specifications.
• Coordinate laboratory activities, including preparing data sheets and technician instructions, scheduling and reviewing work, and establishing 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 reports.
• Prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
• Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into 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 functions, such as seminars and trade shows, when applicable.
• Read and 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 benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health benefits.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays including floating holidays, and 72 hours of sick time off.

What This Job Offers

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