Principal Engineer - Medium Voltage, Switchgear & Assemblies

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Northbrook, IL
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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 Principal Engineer leads as a Global SME in high voltage systems, influencing standards and testing capabilities while ensuring client satisfaction through expert communication and stakeholder engagement.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
UL Solutions is seeking a Principal Engineer - Medium Voltage, Switchgear & Assemblies with expertise in high voltage systems, such as circuit-breaker, switchgear, substation and associated equipment, etc . This role acts as a Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) within our principal engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring at least 10 years of experience in electrical power distribution systems with familiarity in standards such as UL 2748, IEEE C12, C37, C57 series, IEC 62271 series, and related standards. This role requires a strong client-facing mindset, technical leadership, and the ability to influence stakeholders.
This role can be located in:
  • United States
  • Canada
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • India

(This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in any ULS office.)
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serves as Global SME for high voltage systems, such as circuit-breaker, switchgear, substation and associated equipment, etc
  • Serves as representative on standards committees.
  • Publishes articles related to technical expertise.
  • Studies and understands test standards, testing technology, and regulations for scope of responsibility.
  • Takes on role as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for standards, industry, and/or test capability.
  • Represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars, trade shows or standards committees.
  • Manages and develops new standard programs and capabilities for region or globally.
  • Has detailed understanding of test techniques, procedures, and equipment.
  • Performs complex test procedures when necessary.
  • Provides training to staff when necessary.
  • Follows up on contacts from clients and communicates technical issues, Test Standard explanations, certification requirements and UL procedures and requirements.
  • Acts to address client concerns and resolve issues for a region or global office.
  • Drives for consistency and enhanced quality in area of expertise.
  • Within their region, or for the wider organization, operates and maintains test equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples.
  • Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job for a region or global office.
  • Manages and reviews related internal documents for accuracy.
  • Develops special test methods and test equipment for new standards, test requirements, or improved efficiency, when needed.
  • Support the business externally through travelling to meetings at client sites, attendance at industry related events and other meetings.
  • Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
  • Performs other duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program plus generally twelve years of directly related work experience or equivalent education and experience.
  • 10+ years of experience with high voltage systems required.
  • Familiarity with as UL 2748, IEEE C12, C37, C57 series, IEC 62271 series.
  • Ability to travel 20%
  • Strong communication skills. Ability to interact with internal and external teams.

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Top Skills

C37
C57 Series
Circuit-Breaker
High Voltage Systems
Iec 62271 Series
Ieee C12
Substation
Switchgear
Ul 2748

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
15,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1894

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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