Project Engineer-Lithium-Ion Battery Testing

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Northbrook, IL
Hybrid
0 Years Experience
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 Project Engineer will execute DV/PV testing of Lithium-Ion Batteries to support EV projects, define project scope, manage testing programs, and ensure compliance with relevant standards while facilitating communication with clients and overseeing laboratory activities.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
As our global footprint continues to grow, we are looking for a Technical Engineer to execute various Lithium-Ion Battery's cell, module, and pack DV/PV testing to support our EV transportation projects to join our team in Auburn Hills, MI
This position is HYBRID and requires individuals to be on-site 3 days a week
RESPONSIBILITIES
As we expand our global presence, we're seeking a Technical Engineer to execute various Lithium-Ion Battery's cell, module, and pack DV/PV testing to support our EV transportation projects. The successful candidate has an opportunity to contribute to a world-class battery lab from the launch stage all the way to the full operation.

  • Define project scope, develop investigation plans, and establish project specifications by analyzing client input, data, and product details.
  • Prepare quotes for the battery testing projects in collaborate with the sales team to ensure competitive pricing for our customers.
  • Draft RFQ for external testing partner laboratories when in-house capacity is at maximum.
  • Conduct or oversee tests at client sites, often requiring travel.
  • Initiate client communication to promote services, address technical issues, and negotiate project terms.
  • Develop and implement test programs, ensuring compliance with UL requirements.
  • Coordinate laboratory activities, manage project administration, and prepare reports for clients.
  • Represent UL at industry events and may provide leadership and training to staff.
  • Adhere to Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and security practices.


QUALIFICATIONS
University Degree: Bachelor's degree in electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, demonstrating a solid foundation in engineering principles relevant to the position.

  • Expertise with Lithium-Ion Batteries: Strong understanding of lithium-ion batteries, including performance, electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing methodologies, and certification processes within the battery industry.
  • DVP&R/PVP&R Test Plans: Proven experience in executing DV and PV test plans specifically tailored to the battery industry. This includes defining test objectives, methods, acceptance criteria, and reporting on results to ensure product compliance and reliability.
  • Conformity Standards: Familiarity with relevant conformity assessment standards and regulations applicable to the field, ensuring adherence to industry-specific requirements and best practices.
  • Project Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to apply project management principles and handle multiple projects simultaneously, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, and client communication within the engineering context.
  • Experience in preparing and managing projects quotes/RFQ is a plus.


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 our business model for the last 127 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
  • People: Ask any UL Solutions employee what they 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 because we employ the best.
  • Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customer s creates. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And 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: The salary range 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 10% 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 savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country, for the relevant position level. All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. We provide competitive salaries and a range of benefits designed to look after you. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.


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.
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ABOUT US
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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Within our Energy and Industrial Automation (EIA), we provide solutions for safety, security, and performance throughout the energy, power distribution and, automation value chains. We work in a diversity of cutting-edge industries, such as: Power and Automation, Renewable Energy, Field Evaluation Services and Industrial Functional Safety. The impact of our work spreads through many business areas on a global scale yet focused locally through our collaborative team members.

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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.

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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