Engineer - Solar

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Fremont, CA
Hybrid
72K-90K Annually
Entry level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
The Engineer will manage engineering projects focusing on solar panels, including determining project scope, specifications, client communication, laboratory activity coordination, and ensuring compliance with UL requirements. This role involves continuous improvement and may include travel for tests at client sites.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
As our global footprint continues to grow, we are looking for an Electrical Engineer with a focus in Solar Panels to join our team. The individual in this role will manage the execution and timely completion of engineering projects, tasks include, but are not limited to.
This position is HYBRID and requires individuals to be on-site 3 days a week. Individual can be located in Fremont, CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual in this role will manage the execution and timely completion of engineering projects, tasks include but are not limited to.

  • 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 shows.
  • Performs other duties as directed.


QUALIFICATIONS
University Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an ABET accredited program. No experience required.

  • No experience required.
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • This role is hybrid. Employees are required to come into office 3 days a week.


What you'll experience working at UL Solutions

  • Mission For UL Solutions, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure, and sustainable place has been business model for the last 127 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
  • People Ask any UL Solutions employee what the love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people". Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL Solutions. We're able to deliver the best we employ the best.
  • Interesting work Everyday 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. 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 All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. We provide competitive salaries, and a range of benefits designed to look after you. The salary range for this role is $71,900-$89,800 and is based upon years of experience that is commensurate with the level of the position. All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation. The target for this position is 5% of the base salary offered. Employees are eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental and vision: wellness benefits such as mental & financial health: and retirement savings401k commensurate with standard rewards offered in each individual location or country, for the relevant position level. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation-15 days, holiday including floating holidays- 12 days and sick time off- 72 hours. Internal applicants with questions to the Total Rewards for this position should submit a ticket via askHR for more insights.


Learn more:
Working at UL Solutions is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal. Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
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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.

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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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