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Associate Field Engineer - Dallas, TX

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Engineering
  • Dallas
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree or technical certification, electronics background, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel locally. Experience in engineering or with UL Standards is preferred.
  • You will analyze test results, ensure compliance, communicate with clients, conduct inspections, and document findings while promoting UL services and maintaining equipment calibration.

Requirements

  • University Degree or Equivalent Technical Certification (preferred) in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics. Generally no directly related experience or less than 1 year experience may be acceptable. Commensurate experience could be considered.
  • Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering preferred.
  • Experience with UL Standards, 508A, Industrial Control Panels a plus.
  • General electronics background, and strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
  • Ability to cross sell and understand client business needs.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to work at heights. Lightening Protection experience a plus.
  • Field Engineering remote with daily client visits within the Dallas, TX area.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally, and work remotely. Travel requirements are generally for local travel within a set radius of home location. Travel outside area is expected on occasion for training purposes and additional support of workload in other territories. This position does not generally report to a specific UL office.
  • Must be located or willing to relocate to the Dallas, TX area.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in analyzing and evaluating examination and test results against applicable requirements.
  • Uses technical judgement to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and determine if alternative is achieved.
  • Assists in interpreting and analyzing examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.
  • Periodically reviews manufacturers’ programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
  • Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.
  • Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections. Investigates misuse of UL Mark situations.
  • Provide general information on policies and procedures for the varied UL services along with promoting and explaining the benefits of new and existing services.
  • Discuss procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.
  • Use instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment. Observes use of manufacturer’s equipment necessary to meet UL requirements. Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment.
  • Document examination, variations and test results to appropriate UL forms. Maintains logs for scheduling inspections, time and expenses. Performs various calculations in more than one specific engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection.
  • Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

FAQs

What is the job title of this position?

The job title is Associate Field Engineer.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in Dallas, TX.

What are the primary responsibilities of an Associate Field Engineer?

The primary responsibilities include performing safety and non-safety certification inspections, auditing quality systems, analyzing examination and test results, and communicating with manufacturers and customers.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

A University Degree or Equivalent Technical Certification in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics is preferred, along with experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering.

Is experience with UL Standards necessary?

Experience with UL Standards, specifically 508A and Industrial Control Panels, is preferred but not strictly necessary.

What skills are important for this role?

Strong written and verbal communication skills, client-interfacing skills, conflict resolution skills, and a strong mechanical and technical aptitude are important, along with general electronics knowledge.

Will there be travel involved in this position?

Yes, there will be local travel within the Dallas, TX area for client visits, as well as occasional travel outside the area for training and workload support.

What is the salary range for this position?

The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000, based on various factors including experience and geographical location.

Are there any additional benefits offered in this position?

Yes, benefits include annual bonus eligibility, health benefits (medical, dental, vision), wellness benefits, retirement savings (401K), and paid time off including vacation and sick time.

Is the Associate Field Engineer position remote?

Yes, it is a remote position but requires daily client visits within the Dallas, TX area.

How many vacation days do employees get?

Employees receive 15 days of vacation along with additional holiday and sick time benefits.

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Mission & Purpose

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.  We believe in the possibility and promise of innovation, and we have spent more than a century enabling it to be safely adopted. From the adoption of electrification to the enablement of 5G and new mobility, we collectively look toward new frontiers, working for a safer world.​ Our science is your advantage.