Project Engineer (Safety Engineering)

TL;DR

Project Engineer (Safety Engineering): Performing on-site engineering evaluations and electrical testing to ensure product compliance with regulatory standards and building codes with an accent on hazard-based safety engineering. Focus on analyzing complex product constructions, determining project scope, and resolving technical compliance issues in the field.

Location: On-site in Raleigh, NC, US (requires frequent travel for field evaluations)

Company

A global leader in applied safety science providing testing, inspection, and certification services to support product innovation and business growth.

What you will do

• Conduct on-site product evaluations, including documentation reviews, visual/mechanical inspections, and electrical testing.
• Determine project scope and specifications by analyzing client input and product construction.
• Communicate with clients and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to resolve complex technical issues and explain UL procedures.
• Represent the organization at industry meetings and deliver presentations on code and certification topics.
• Develop specialized test methods and equipment for products that fall outside existing standards.
• Analyze and report on the acceptability of field-based product evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Physics from an ABET accredited program.
• Eight years of directly related experience in field evaluations or safety engineering.
• Expert knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), Building Codes, and regulatory conformity standards.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment and conducting electrical tests on products.
• Experience with Hazard Based Safety Engineering (HBSE) concepts.
• Ability to travel frequently for on-site evaluations, including occasional international travel.

Culture & Benefits

• Work at the intersection of safety and sustainability, tackling the global climate crisis.
• Engagement in projects involving renewable energy, electrical infrastructure, and electrified transportation.
• Opportunity to utilize some of the world's largest and best-equipped laboratories.
• Collaborative environment focused on advancing cutting-edge safety science for a cleaner future.