Job description 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 directs 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. Qualifications university degree in engineering, engineering technology, industrial technology, manufacturing technology, or physics from an accredited program plus four years directly related work experience. Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline. Working knowledge of conformity standards in use in area of expertise with focus in iec, ul, ieee, etc for electrical panels. Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in area of expertise. What you’ll experience working for uls ul solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and we’re still leading the way. From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. Our teams have influenced billions of products, plus services, software offerings and more. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science. That’s where you come in — because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe. This is more than a job. It’s a calling. A passion to use our expertise and play our part in creating a more secure, sustainable world today — and tomorrow. As a member of our safety science community, you’ll use your ideas, your energy and your ambition to innovate, challenge and ultimately, help create a safer world. Everyone here is unique. But we’re also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. Join ul solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change. Empowering our customers to keep the world safe means thinking ahead. It means investing in training and empowering our people to learn and innovate. At ul solutions, we help build a better future — one where everyone benefits. Join ul solutions to be at the center of safety. To learn more about us and the work we do, visit ul.com j-18808-ljbffr