Job Description

This Lead Field Engineer role is to support the Lightning Protection Program. In this role you will execute the timely completion of assigned work orders and other program projects by analyzing scope and determining requirements, evaluating complex product and systems to establish requirements and preparing reports. Maintains the integrity of the UL Mark by conducting various product, device, process, system and material inspections at various sites and locations to ensure that they are in compliance with various applicable technical requirements. + Assists in the promotion, marketing and selling of new and existing UL services. + Works with internal and external customers to resolve technical and administrative issues. + Independently performs building special inspections, safety and non-safety certification inspections and field evaluations in accordance with the required performance standards and requirements. + Analyzes and evaluates examination and test results against applicable requirements. Uses technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and may determine if alternative is acceptable. May audit customer quality management/assurance programs. + Interprets and analyzes examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of installers measuring equipment. + Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted. + Understands construction and test acceptance criteria in FUII and requirements of applicable sections of Standards, FUIIs and/or procedures for "Special Competency" required categories. Communicates with manufacturers, customers, building owners, contractors, GC's, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections. Investigates the misuse of UL Mark. Provides general information on policies and procedures for the varied UL services along with promoting and explaining the benefits of new and existing services. Discusses 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. + Provides technical assistance in several product categories and/or inspection methods. + Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment. Observes the use of manufacturer's, contractor's equipment necessary to meet UL requirements. Confirms the proper calibration of contractors measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment. + Document's 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. + May participate in reviewing the work of other staff. + May participate in reviewing and interpreting quality assurance program requirements to assist in implementation of alternate quality-based inspection programs. #LI-MB1 #LI-Remote + Minimum 2-year Technical Degree plus generally Five years of related experience Knowledge of Lightning protection and Fire Barrier Management preferred. + Experienced or knowledge in lightning protection standards such UL96a, NFPA780, AFI, IEC, ESE, etc. + Ability to teach ULKS classes for various categories of standards or programs + General electronics background, and strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and building drawings. + Ability to cross sell and understand client business needs Strong written and verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills Strong computer skills. + Ability to travel locally, regionally, internationally and work remotely. + Travel outside area is expected for training purposes and additional support of workload in other territories. + Ability to work from heights and access rooftops. + Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering preferred Experience in special inspections such as Lightning protection or related construction inspections. Home Based Position - Preferably Southwest, USA - Southern California, Phoenix, Utah or Nevada areas- although other locations may be acceptable based on experience. Candidate preferred to be located close to airport due to travel requirements. What we offer: + Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this position is $97,000 to $110,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours). Learn More: Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com ( This application deadline for this position is November 7th, 2025. 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. UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that: Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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