UL Solutions · 3 hours ago
Project Engineer - Fire Alarm Control Panels
Northbrook, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$92K/yr - $122K/yr
3+ years expUL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, transforming safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities. The Project Engineer will independently determine project scope, develop plans, and communicate with clients to ensure compliance with UL requirements, while also providing technical assistance and coordinating laboratory activities.
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Responsibilities
Independently determines project scope, develops a preliminary plan of investigation, and determines project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction
Projects may include frequent travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites
Initiates communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services
Follows up on contacts from clients
Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements
Acts to address client concerns and to resolve client issues
Provides technical assistance to clients in reference to product inspection and follow-up services
Establishes appropriate test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer's information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements
Notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications
Coordinates laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling and reviewing work of Laboratory Technicians and support staff and establishing completion dates
Coordinates administrative aspects of project management
Serves as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned
Communicates project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports
Prepares Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages
Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job
Resolves engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations
Proposes development of new and/or revised UL requirements
Develops special test methods and test equipment
Coordinates and/or performs File Reviews
May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shows
May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer or Designated Engineer for specific product categories
May direct and review work of assigned staff
May train office, field, and/or laboratory staff and entry-level engineers
Provides technical assistance to laboratory and/or field staff
Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices
Performs other duties as directed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required
3-5 years of experience in control panels or in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC)
Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with customers
Project management experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Benefits
Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary
Health benefits such as medical, dental and vision
Wellness benefits such as mental and financial health
Retirement savings (401K)
Paid time off including vacation (15 days)
Holiday including floating holidays (12 days)
Sick time off (72 hours)
Company
UL Solutions
UL Solutions is a safety science company that promotes safety science through research and investigation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.25B2025-12-03Post Ipo Secondary· $975M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-09-05Post Ipo Secondary· $980M
Leadership Team
Jennifer Scanlon
President & CEO
Scott. D'Angelo
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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