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The Role
Manages UL certification, performance testing, and follow-up service projects for wire and cable products. Responsibilities include defining project scopes, coordinating laboratory testing, reviewing samples for standards compliance, resolving non-conformances and variation notices, preparing technical reports, supporting client communications and sales quotes, and contributing to test method and equipment development. The role requires independent project management, customer interaction, technical analysis, and knowledge of applicable international standards.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Engineer (m/f/i) - Wire & Cable will manage projects related to New Work Certification, Performance Testing, and Follow-Up Services for Engineered Materials, with a primary focus on the wire and cable industry. This position involves frequent customer interaction via email, Microsoft Teams, and phone, requiring strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
The candidate must work independently, prioritize projects based on customer timelines, and support the sales team in preparing quotes. Additional responsibilities include resolving non-conformances identified during follow-up sample testing under UL's mark integrity program and contributing to special projects that support technical and professional development.
Location: Carugate (Milan) / Italy
Work arrangement: hybrid ( 3 days office / 2 days home office)
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
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The Engineer (m/f/i) - Wire & Cable will manage projects related to New Work Certification, Performance Testing, and Follow-Up Services for Engineered Materials, with a primary focus on the wire and cable industry. This position involves frequent customer interaction via email, Microsoft Teams, and phone, requiring strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
The candidate must work independently, prioritize projects based on customer timelines, and support the sales team in preparing quotes. Additional responsibilities include resolving non-conformances identified during follow-up sample testing under UL's mark integrity program and contributing to special projects that support technical and professional development.
Location: Carugate (Milan) / Italy
Work arrangement: hybrid ( 3 days office / 2 days home office)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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 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.
- Is familiar with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature.
- Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance 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 engineering assistants and establishing completion dates.
- Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
- May serve as Project Handler of record and/or 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.
- Assists in the development of UL requirements.
- Assists in developing special test methods and test equipment.
- Analyzes test program for adequacy and sequence.
- May coordinate and/or perform File Reviews, as directed.
- May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shown. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
- Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Electrical & Electronics or Materials Engineering or related field.
- Any relevant work experience in Wire & Cable field is considered a plus
- Any relevant work experience in CPR scheme is considered a plus
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively.
- Familiarity with UL, IEC, and other international standards for Wire & Cables is preferred.
- Fluent in English with the ability to write technical reports. Good Knowledge of German or other language is a plus.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Team player with a proactive approach.
- Total Rewards: We understand that remuneration and benefits are important when deciding on your next career move. The annual salary range for this position is EUR 29.000 - 38.000 gross, determined by numerous factors, including knowledge, skills, and experience. This position also offers an annual bonus of up to 5% of annual salary. We also offer 21 vacation days, lunch voucher (10€ per working day),Voluntary Individual Pension Plan, Fiscal Assistance, access to the ULS University learning platform to support your development and learning, two additional days off for volunteering, and flexible working to support your work-life balance.
This position is gender-neutral and open to all qualified candidates, regardless of gender identity. - 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 https://www.ul.com/
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively
- Fluent English with the ability to write technical reports
- Attention to detail, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Team player with a proactive approach
- Relevant work experience in the wire and cable field
- Relevant work experience in the CPR scheme
- Familiarity with UL, IEC, and other international wire and cable standards
- Good knowledge of German or another language
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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — All employees are eligible for a broad-based annual incentive bonus, and formal plan language references an All Employee Incentive Plan. This companywide structure is consistently presented as a core element of total rewards.
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Retirement Support — U.S. materials describe a meaningful 401(k) match complemented by an additional company contribution after the first year of service. Employer-verified listings also point to protections like disability and life insurance that bolster long-term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Health plans offer multiple options (PPO and HDHPs) with the employer covering a substantial share of premiums. Complementary features such as dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, and periodic company contributions to accounts are also noted.
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The Company
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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