Project Engineer - Fire & Smoke Detectors & Alarms

Project Engineer - Fire & smoke detectors & alarms

• Individual in this role, will manage execution and timely completion of engineering projects by analyzing project scope and determining project specifications, establishing test programs for product investigations, and preparing reports for clients. Participates in the development of UL requirements, test methods, and test equipment.
• Independently determines project scope, develops a preliminary plan of investigation, and determines project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analyzing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction.
• Projects may include frequent travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites.
• Initiates communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services.
• Follows up on contacts from clients.
• Communicates with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements.
• Acts to address client concerns and to resolve client issues.
• Provides technical assistance to clients in reference to product inspection and follow-up services.
• Establishes appropriate test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer's information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements. Is familiar with applicable standards, company manuals and appropriate technical literature. Examines samples for compliance with UL requirements and notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance or of any changes in project scope or specifications
• Notifies client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications.
• Coordinates laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling and reviewing work of Laboratory Technicians and support staff and establishing completion dates. 
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• Serves as Project Handler of record and may sign as Reviewer of record as assigned.
• Communicates project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports.
• Prepares Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Resolves engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Proposes development of new and/or revised UL requirements.
• Develops special test methods and test equipment.
• May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shows.
• May train office, field, and/or laboratory staff and entry-level engineers.
• Provides technical assistance to laboratory and/or field staff.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Shall be flexible to work in other domains like Fire Suppression etc.

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 7 - 10 years of engineering or industrial laboratory experience required.
•  Heat and smoke detectors, strobes, and other indicating devices, as well as Fire Alarm Control Panels product working experience is required.
• Candidates from Testing, Inspection & Certification industry are preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.
• Working knowledge of conformity standards in use in area of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in area of expertise.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Compliance engineering experience preferred.

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Experience Level

Senior Level