Staff Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Determines HV project scope and specifications with substantial latitude for action or decision.
• Recommends changes in procedures, design or equipment where necessary.
• Initiates communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services.
• Communicates with clients to provide technical assistance in reference to complex product evaluation and/or inspection and follow-up services.
• Follows up on contacts from clients.
• Resolves technical issues and explains applicable procedures and requirements.
• Plans, conducts, witness tests and supervises HV projects of major magnitude and scope.
• Determines areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL/IEC/EN/other applicable requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications and notifies client.
• Coordinates complex laboratory activities (including Third party testing LAB) by developing data sheets or supervising any interested area.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• May serve as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Resolves complex engineering issues associated with Variation Notices / Non conformities by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Develops UL/other requirements for testing products beyond the scope of existing standards, or those involving unique features requiring frequent use of independent judgment.
• Develops special test methods and test equipment.
• Represents UL on technical committees of national and/or international organizations.
• Provides leadership and technical advice on special projects that involve complex, new or unusual issues.
• May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer or Designated Engineer for specific product categories.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs special projects as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program plus directly related work experience.
• Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.
• Working knowledge of HV conformity standards in use in areas of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in areas of High Voltage expertise, including application to complex, new, or unusual products.
• Working knowledge of industry issues, needs, and problems.
• Language: German - mother tongue, English - fluent. Other languages could be considered as a plus.

ABOUT THE TEAM
You might not see them, but wires and cables make the world go round. And wherever they are, we test them - from wearable medical devices and mobile phones to cables that span oceans and scale buildings. Whether they're strapped to electrical towers or analyzing data, our engineers test products that are advancing exciting developments in AI, sustainable energy and the electrification of everything. That's why we're looking for ambitious people who want to work on diverse, dynamic projects that help to create a safer and more sustainable future. Join our team, spark innovation and spark the next generation of safety science.