Senior Project Engineer - MV/HV Cable Systems

Job Description
We are looking for a senior project engineer in our Medium Voltage and High Voltage (MV/HV) cable system business, primarily with respect to field commissioning tests, diagnosis of MV/HV cable systems, auditing and laboratory witness testing. The senior project engineer will manage in-house and field testing projects globally, to support the business' development and growth.
This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week onsite in our offices in Research Triangle Park, NC; Melville, NY; Northbrook, IL; or Fremont, CA.
Responsibilities

• Enhance and advance a zero-incident safety culture and behavior.
• Manage project schedules to ensure all the projects are properly processed including quotation, execution, reporting and invoicing.
• Evaluate and develop technical solutions and pricing per the customer's request for proposal (RFP).
• Manage subcontractor interactions - quoting, materials, equipment / rentals, personnel, etc. to meet job and project requirements.
• As required, visit subcontractor labs for witness testing, auditing and product inspection.
• As required, perform product testing and measurements at UL's laboratories.
• As part of project execution, perform inventories of test equipment and consumables, review personnel availability, etc. to meet project requirements.
• As required, perform product testing and measurements at customer's site.
• Perform data analysis on diagnostic testing performed by the UL field crews or obtained from the clients.
• Prepare technical reports and present their results with recommended actions on the tested electrical assets to customers.
• Perform data analysis on data obtained from product testing. Prepare technical reports and present their results to customers.
• Maintain daily work records with accuracy and integrity.
• Train and guide the other engineers to build competency (safety and technical) in MV/HV cable field testing programs. in MV/HV cable qualification, lab and field-testing programs.
• Provide technical input and recommendations to management regarding HV/MV business development opportunities, program expansion and potential capital expenditures.
• Develop close working relationships with customers while increasing customer satisfaction.
• As required, attend Industry conferences to represent UL and interact with Utilities, Specifiers and HV/MV Cable / Equipment suppliers to Utilities.
• Performs other duties as directed.
• Willing to travel over 75% to customer's facilities and job site, including global travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a technical related discipline is required.
• Experiences in related industrial and international standards in MV/HV cable systems, including but not limited to ICEA/AEIC, IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards.
• Experiences in areas such as Power Utilities, asset management for MV/HV equipment, field-testing technologies for MV/HV apparatus, MV/HV or high-power laboratories, MV/HV cable manufacturers, installers, or operators, or relevant fields.
• Strong knowledge of electrical asset design, dielectric aging and diagnostics, particularly on MV/HV power cable systems.
• Knowledge in high voltage testing technologies on electrical assets including VLF, Tan Delta, high voltage withstand test, impulse test, load cycle test, dielectric loss test, partial discharge measurement, etc.
• Familiarity with electrical power transmission and distribution field operations.
• Familiarity with high voltage safety requirements and regulations on job sites and in lab. Commitment to safe operations and zero incident workplace.
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all internal and external customers and make formal presentations to people at all levels, both within and outside the company.
• Knowledge of basic computer software in the MS Office suite.
• Able to handle multiple assignments concurrently without direct supervision.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record with a willingness to accept extended travel assignments.

What you'll experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL, 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 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL 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. 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 customers' create. 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: In the US, we provide lots of great benefits for our employees are their families. From Volunteer Days off to 401k match and retirement contribution benefits to flexible work location & schedule options we look to support our employees no matter what stage in life they are experiencing.

The salary range for this position is $97-129K 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 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.
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 related to the Total Rewards for this position should submit a ticket via askHR for more insights.
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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
UL Solutions is the most trusted partner in the wire and cable industry and a thought leader in the ecosystems that rely on cable and connectivity. We are passionate about constantly revising our approaches to stop unsafe wire and cable products from reaching the marketplace. We stand out because we offer a high-quality client experience and sound technical knowledge. Your work in certifying and testing wire and cable products will have an unparalleled level of recognition and acceptance by our global customers.