JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a staff engineer in our Medium Voltage cable system business, primarily with respect to field commissioning tests, diagnosis of MV cable systems, auditing and laboratory witness testing. The engineer will prepare technical bids and manage field / lab testing projects upon booking to support the business' development and growth.
This is a remote role with travel primary in New Jersey.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Enhance and advance a zero-incident safety culture and behavior.
- Manage project schedules to ensure all the projects are properly processed including quotation, execution, reporting and invoicing.
- Evaluate and develop technical solutions and pricing per the customer's request for proposal (RFP).
- Manage subcontractor interactions - quoting, materials, equipment / rentals, personnel, etc. to meet job and project requirements.
- As required, visit subcontractor labs for witness testing, auditing and product inspection.
- As required, perform product testing and measurements at UL's laboratories.
- As part of project execution, perform inventories of test equipment and consumables, review personnel availability, etc. to meet project requirements.
- As required, witness product testing and measurements at customer's site.
- Perform data analysis on diagnostic testing performed by the UL field crews or obtained from the clients.
- Prepare technical reports and present their results with recommended actions on the tested electrical assets to customers.
- Perform data analysis on data obtained from product testing. Prepare technical reports and present their results to customers.
- Maintain daily work records with accuracy and integrity.
- Train and guide the other engineers to build competency (safety and technical) in the MV cable programs - MV cable qualification, lab and field-testing programs.
- Provide technical input and recommendations to management regarding MV business development opportunities, program expansion and potential capital expenditures.
- Develop close working relationships with customers while increasing customer satisfaction.
- As required, attend Industry conferences to represent UL and interact with Utilities, Specifiers and MV Cable / Equipment suppliers to Utilities.
- Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a technical related discipline is required.
- Experiences in related industrial and international standards in MV cable systems, including but not limited to ICEA/AEIC, IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards.
- Experiences in areas such as Power Utilities, asset management for MV equipment, field-testing technologies for MV apparatus, MV or high-power laboratories, MV cable manufacturers, installers, or operators, or relevant fields.
- Strong knowledge of electrical asset design, dielectric aging and diagnostics, particularly on MV power cable systems.
- Knowledge in high voltage testing technologies on electrical assets including VLF, Tan Delta, high voltage withstand test, impulse test, load cycle test, dielectric loss test, partial discharge measurement, etc.
- Familiarity with electrical power transmission and distribution field operations.
- Familiarity with high voltage safety requirements and regulations on job sites and in lab. Commitment to safe operations and zero incident workplace.
- Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all internal and external customers and make formal presentations to people at all levels, both within and outside the company.
- Knowledge of basic computer software in the MS Office suite.
- Able to handle multiple assignments concurrently without direct supervision.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record with a willingness to accept extended travel assignments.
- Willing to travel over 75% to customer facilities and job site, including global travel.
What you'll experience working at UL:
- Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
- People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
- Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
- Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
- Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
The deadline to apply to this position is 7/3/25.
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com
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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
ABOUT THE TEAM
You might not see them, but wires and cables make the world go round. And wherever they are, we test them - from wearable medical devices and mobile phones to cables that span oceans and scale buildings. Whether they're strapped to electrical towers or analyzing data, our engineers test products that are advancing exciting developments in AI, sustainable energy and the electrification of everything. That's why we're looking for ambitious people who want to work on diverse, dynamic projects that help to create a safer and more sustainable future. Join our team, spark innovation and spark the next generation of safety science.
