Senior Field Engineer - Inspection
UL, LLC
+ Under general guidance, performs safety and non-safety certification inspections, and field evaluations in accordance with appropriate performance standards and other requirements.
+ Analyzes and evaluates examination and test results against applicable requirements.
+ Uses technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and may determine if alternative is acceptable.
+ Involved in conducting Adjunct Services inspections related to International Certifications.
+ Has the authority to exercise independent discretion and judgment when making technical decisions.
+ Interprets and analyzes examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.
+ Periodically reviews manufacturers programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
+ Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.
+ Understands construction and test acceptance criteria in FUII and requirements of applicable sections of Standards, FUIIs and/or procedures for Special Competency required categories.
+ May also be involved with witnessing testing for UL Engineering related to Standard Requirements.
+ Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and others to conduct safety and non-safety certification inspections.
+ Investigates misuse of UL Mark situations.
+ Provides general information on policies and procedures for the varied UL services along with promoting and explaining the benefits of new and existing services.
+ Discusses procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.
+ Provides technical assistance in several product categories and/or inspection methods.
+ For example: Working as a Designated Field Representative (DFR) or Primary Designated Field Representative (PDFR) for a category or as operating as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a new process or application.
+ Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment.
+ Observes use of manufacturers equipment necessary to meet UL requirements.
+ Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers measuring equipment and perform calibration of UL supplied equipment when necessary.
+ Documents examination, variations and test results appropriate UL forms.
+ Maintains logs for scheduling inspections, time and expenses.
+ Performs various calculations in more than one specific engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection. Participates in proposing changes to UL Policy Manuals such as the Field Services Manual.
+ Assists in reviewing and submitting comments on new Follow Up Services (FUS) programs when directed.
+ Coordinates with other UL staff on conducting the field portion of File Reviews.
+ May represent UL at International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) meetings and other AHJ and industry events.
+ Resolves process, management system and possibly engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
+ Understands and applies HBSE (Hazardous Based Safety Engineering) principles and concept correctly when necessary, during VN handling.
+ Integrates and/or develops continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
+ May participate in reviewing the work of assigned staff.
+ May consult management on staffing levels and performance appraisal process of other field staff.
+ May participate in reviewing customer quality assurance programs and interpret requirements to assist in implementation of alternate quality-based inspection programs.
+ Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
+ Performs other duties as directed.
+ Bachelors' 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 Physics but not limited to these disciplines only) and four years directly related experience.
+ Fluency in English and Arabic is Mandatory.
+ Detailed knowledge of third-party certification inspection process.
+ Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.
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.
UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:
Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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