UL Solutions · 1 day ago
Director, Principal Engineering, Advanced Technology and Innovation - Consumer TIC
333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$187K/yr - $250K/yr
12+ years expUL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, transforming safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers. The Director of Principal Engineering for Advanced Technology and Innovation leads a global technical team developing next-generation standards and services in high-density compute, smart mobility, and software/AI systems while driving innovation and ensuring alignment with customer needs.
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Responsibilities
Build and lead high-performing teams of technical experts across diverse technologies and product categories, including high-density compute systems, smart mobility platforms, and software- and AI-driven solutions
Responsible for developing and executing standards development roadmaps and service innovation strategies to ensure cross-domain interoperability and alignment with business growth objectives
Exhibits strong customer-centricity and a proactive approach to understanding client needs and innovation trajectories, to support relevance and vitality of our portfolio
Identifies emerging technologies and anticipates industry trends, assessing their applicability to our safety mission and enhancing relevance through standards development, new service creation, and thought leadership initiatives
Demonstrates big-picture ownership and understands strategic initiatives, translating them into actionable workstreams and measurable goals for teams
Represents UL Solutions in external engagements, including client site visits, participation in industry consortia, academia, and technical forums; advocates for UL’s contribution to safe, reliable, and standards-compliant innovation across ecosystems
Acts as a trusted advisor both internally and externally by providing technical oversight, ensuring alignment with global market requirements, and consistently delivering results with disciplined execution
Leads organizational change through diverse teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Possesses outstanding leadership qualities, innovative problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and adeptness in stakeholder management within complex, ambiguous environments
Adheres to the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and all physical and digital security practices
Performs additional responsibilities as assigned, including cross-functional collaboration to support systems-level initiatives and efforts toward global technical leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or diploma from an accredited university through a formal program of study in Engineering or relevant Engineering Discipline (such as Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology or Data Science but not limited to these disciplines only)
Twelve years of directly related work experience
A strategic leader with a proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams of technical experts across diverse technologies and product categories, including high-density compute systems, smart mobility platforms, and software- and AI-driven solutions
Preferred
comprehensive expertise in several areas, including but not limited to artificial intelligence technologies, data governance, ethical frameworks, high-density computing systems, smart mobility solutions such as autonomous and robotics-enabled platforms, and advanced manufacturing technologies like digital twins and connected products
Five years in a leadership position within a product or technology services organization is desirable
Demonstrated experience in driving innovation from concept through to commercialization is considered an asset
Preferred to have active participation in other related activities such as active participation in standards committees, regulatory or industry committees
Benefits
This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 30% of the base salary
Long term incentive plan with a target payout of 30% of the base salary
Health benefits such as medical, dental and vision
Wellness benefits such as mental and financial health
Retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country
Paid time off including vacation (20 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
Recent News
2026-01-11
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