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The Role
Manage certification projects for switching devices including contactors, relays, power supplies, and proximity switches. Evaluate products against UL, IEC, and EN standards; define and coordinate testing; review designs and technical documentation; witness safety and environmental tests; prepare certification reports; guide customers; and support technical quotations. Occasional travel to European customer sites and test facilities is required.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
UL Solutions' Energy & Industrial Automation (E&IA) division supports some of the world's most innovative manufacturers in bringing safe, reliable and compliant products to global markets. Our engineers work across technologies shaping the future of industry, including industrial automation, energy systems, power conversion, motor drives, robotics and intelligent industrial devices.
As a Certification Project Engineer - Switching Devices in our Neu-Isenburg team (hybrid working model), you will focus on the evaluation and certification of switching device elements, such as contactors, relays, power supplies and proximity switches.
Working directly with leading manufacturers, you will combine electrical engineering, product testing, project management and customer interaction to assess products against internationally recognized standards and support their access to global markets.
RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do:• Manage certification projects from initial technical review through testing and final certification.• Evaluate electrical and electronic products against relevant UL, IEC and EN standards, including UL/IEC/EN 61010-2-201 and the IEC/EN 60947 series.• Define testing requirements and coordinate testing activities with customers, laboratories and technical experts.• Review product designs and technical documentation and identify potential compliance issues.• Witness and evaluate electrical, mechanical, environmental and safety tests.• Act as the main technical contact for customers, providing clear guidance on requirements, project progress and certification outcomes.• Prepare technical reports and certification documentation.• Support sales colleagues with technical enquiries and project quotations.• Occasionally visit customer sites and test facilities across Europe.
QUALIFICATIONS
What we're looking for:
Required:
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related technical field.• Good understanding of electrical/electronic products, industrial automation, control systems, drives or power electronics.• Knowledge of or exposure to UL/IEC/EN 61010-2-201 and/or the UL/IEC/EN 60947 series.• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.• Confident communicator who enjoys working directly with customers.• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.• Fluent English.• Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe.
Nice to have:
• 2+ years of experience in testing, certification, compliance, product development or electrical engineering.• Experience in laboratory testing or product evaluation.• Knowledge of CE marking, conformity assessment or international product safety standards.• Previous experience working with customers in a technical environment.• Dutch language skills are an advantage but not required.
Recent graduates are welcome!
Starting your engineering career? We also welcome applications from recent Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduates interested in developing specialist expertise in product safety, testing and certification. You'll receive training and mentoring to help you grow into the role.
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UL Solutions' Energy & Industrial Automation (E&IA) division supports some of the world's most innovative manufacturers in bringing safe, reliable and compliant products to global markets. Our engineers work across technologies shaping the future of industry, including industrial automation, energy systems, power conversion, motor drives, robotics and intelligent industrial devices.
As a Certification Project Engineer - Switching Devices in our Neu-Isenburg team (hybrid working model), you will focus on the evaluation and certification of switching device elements, such as contactors, relays, power supplies and proximity switches.
Working directly with leading manufacturers, you will combine electrical engineering, product testing, project management and customer interaction to assess products against internationally recognized standards and support their access to global markets.
RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do:• Manage certification projects from initial technical review through testing and final certification.• Evaluate electrical and electronic products against relevant UL, IEC and EN standards, including UL/IEC/EN 61010-2-201 and the IEC/EN 60947 series.• Define testing requirements and coordinate testing activities with customers, laboratories and technical experts.• Review product designs and technical documentation and identify potential compliance issues.• Witness and evaluate electrical, mechanical, environmental and safety tests.• Act as the main technical contact for customers, providing clear guidance on requirements, project progress and certification outcomes.• Prepare technical reports and certification documentation.• Support sales colleagues with technical enquiries and project quotations.• Occasionally visit customer sites and test facilities across Europe.
QUALIFICATIONS
What we're looking for:
Required:
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related technical field.• Good understanding of electrical/electronic products, industrial automation, control systems, drives or power electronics.• Knowledge of or exposure to UL/IEC/EN 61010-2-201 and/or the UL/IEC/EN 60947 series.• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.• Confident communicator who enjoys working directly with customers.• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.• Fluent English.• Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe.
Nice to have:
• 2+ years of experience in testing, certification, compliance, product development or electrical engineering.• Experience in laboratory testing or product evaluation.• Knowledge of CE marking, conformity assessment or international product safety standards.• Previous experience working with customers in a technical environment.• Dutch language skills are an advantage but not required.
Recent graduates are welcome!
Starting your engineering career? We also welcome applications from recent Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduates interested in developing specialist expertise in product safety, testing and certification. You'll receive training and mentoring to help you grow into the role.
#LI-SB1 #LI-hybrid
Skills Required
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field
- Understanding of electrical and electronic products, industrial automation, control systems, drives, or power electronics
- Knowledge of or exposure to UL/IEC/EN 61010-2-201 and/or the UL/IEC/EN 60947 series
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Confident customer communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Fluent English
- Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe
- At least 2 years of experience in testing, certification, compliance, product development, or electrical engineering
- Laboratory testing or product evaluation experience
- Knowledge of CE marking, conformity assessment, or international product safety standards
- Previous experience working with customers in a technical environment
- Dutch language skills
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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are often characterized as a strong point, with a 401(k) plan noted for employer matching and overall favorability. Given indications of recent changes, confirming the current match and vesting terms is prudent, but retirement support is frequently viewed as a relative advantage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation and paid time off are described as competitive, including starting PTO, separate sick time, floating holidays, and company‑paid volunteer days. Official materials also highlight paid parental bonding and family leave in the U.S.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive bonus eligibility is positioned as company‑wide in official materials, making variable pay a meaningful part of total rewards. Some roles publicly specify target bonuses, underscoring the program’s presence.
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What We Do
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 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 Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect 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.
Why Work With Us
Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.
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