Engineer- Consumer Tech

About the role

An Engineer within our Consumer Technology division will independently manage and execute timely completion of engineering safety investigations for a wide variety of cutting-edge consumer technology equipment, and other devices.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.
• Is familiar with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature.
• Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance 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 engineering assistants and establishing completion dates.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• May serve as Project Handler of record and/or 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.
• Assists in the development of UL requirements.
• Assists in developing special test methods and test equipment.
• Analyzes test program for adequacy and sequence.
• May coordinate and/or perform File Reviews, as directed.
• May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shown.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Electrical focus, or related field from an ABET accredited program
• 1-3 years directly related experience preferred but not required
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact and connect with customers
• Proven ability to be innovative and creative
• Desire to work within a team environment
• Comfortable in laboratory environments performing hands-on engineering
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to provide unique solutions to complex problems

Pay

• Estimated salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 (based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors)
• Eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary

Benefits

• Health benefits: medical, dental and vision
• Wellness benefits: mental and financial health
• Retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country
• Paid time off: vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours) for full-time employees

Schedule

This is a Hybrid role with expectations to be onsite at our Northbrook, Minnesota or Toronto locations 3 days a week.