Project Engineer - Commercial Fire Alarm Systems

In this role, you'll collaborate directly with clients to evaluate fire alarm control panels and ensure safety standards are met. You'll take ownership of projects-defining scope, planning investigations, and overseeing testing, both in the lab and on-site.

If you thrive on communication, problem-solving, and seeing projects through from start to finish, we'd love to have you join our team! This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week at our customer site in St. Charles, IL.

What sets this role apart? You'll be the face of UL, guiding clients through technical requirements, explaining procedures, and resolving challenges. You'll propose new test methods, contribute to industry standards, and have opportunities to represent UL at industry events. Plus, you'll integrate continuous improvement practices into your daily work and drive innovation in safety.

Customer Collaboration :

Evaluate fire alarm control panels and communicate project status, issues, and results.

Address and resolve client concerns, promoting UL services.

Project Management :

Define project scope, specifications, and timelines.

Conduct and witness tests, coordinate administrative tasks, and prepare reports.

Serve as Project Handler or Reviewer when assigned.

Technical Support & Compliance :

Provide technical assistance on inspections and follow-up services.

Establish test programs, resolve engineering issues, and notify clients of compliance concerns.

Develop special test methods and propose new / revised UL requirements.

Continuous Improvement :

Integrate improvement practices and support lab and field staff.

Represent UL at industry events and maintain UL Code of Conduct standards.

Education : Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

Experience : 5-10 years working with commercial fire alarm systems or in testing, inspection, and certification of electrical products.

Technical Skills : Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Soft Skills : Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

What we offer :

• Total Rewards : We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary for this position is $125,000-135,000 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 10% 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).

Learn More :

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com

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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.

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