Job Description

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• 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 complex 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.
• Determines areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications and notifies client.
• Coordinates complex laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians and by establishing completion dates.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of project management.
• Serves as Project Handler of record and signs 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 complex engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Develops UL 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.
• Coordinates and/or performs File Reviews.
• May represent UL on technical committees and/or industry-related functions such as seminars and trade shows.
• May provide direction as a Primary Designated Engineer or Designated Engineer for specific product categories.
• Directs and reviews work of assigned staff.
• Trains office, field, and/or laboratory staff and entry level engineers.
• Provides technical assistance in several product categories, operations or systems 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.

Responsibilities:

• Managing overall projects for Lighting for Safety and Performance Testing, Certifications
• Managing team of Lab engineers and technicians for smooth running of lab operations and timely completion of projects
• Project scoping , planning and execution of projects for Performance, Safety , UL testing.
• Testing for Lighting products like Lamps, Luminaires, Control Gear, etc as per various IS, IEC, UL Standards
• Report preparation, client interactions for technical discussions
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 Standard
• Handling/preparing accreditation documents activities for NABL, BIS etc.
• Liaison with various stakeholders including sales, customer, etc. for commercial, technical issues
• Act as reviewer for Lighting Certification projects
• Spearheading improvement activities resulting in increased operational efficiency of lab
• Conducting testing as per various safety standards like UL 153, UL 1598, IEC 60598, etc. at customer facility
• Interact with customers for technical discussions
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17065

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program plus eight years directly related work experience.
• Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.
• Working knowledge of conformity standards in use in areas of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project-handling concepts in use in areas of expertise,
• including application to complex, new, or unusual products.
• Working knowledge of industry issues, needs, and problems.
• 8-10 years of experience in engineering / design validation / testing and certification / manufacturing etc in Lighting products.
• Proficient in testing of Lighting, products for Safety, Performance.
• Knowledge of various national/international standards like IS 10322, IS 16102, IS 15885, etc
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 Standard.
• Independent decision making skills and strong structured problem solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast paced, self-directed environment; document detailed results, and Communicate test results to reviewer and customer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills necessary to work across multiple engineering disciplines, project management, and external customers.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong teamwork skills a must.

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: Within our Appliances, HVAC and Lighting (AHL), our vision is to enable safe and high performing products to enter the global markets by providing industry leading safety, performance and expert services to our clients. The goal of AHL is to add value to our clients with expert knowledge of global markets and risk mitigation through scientific leadership. The AHL is focused on delivering a total solution package to cover full product life cycle services - from product concept design to recycling - and a customizable, comprehensive portfolio of services to our customers.

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