Associate Project Engineer

About the job

Due to expansion in our Built Environment team in Telford, we are seeking an Associate Project Engineer or Graduate Project Engineer for our Fire Protection team.  The team undertakes performance testing of fire containment (Passive Fire Protection) products.   

Reporting to the Engineering Leader, you will autonomously manage the execution and timely completion of Containment and Hardware projects, by analysing project scope and determining project specifications, establishing test programs for product investigations, and preparing reports for clients as part of the Built Environment business.

The ideal candidate would be someone who is keen to work for an international company such as UL Solutions, to explore the experience of corporate business.  

Responsibilities 

• Determine project scope, develop a preliminary plan of investigation, and determine project specifications such as cost, time, and sample requirements by analysing client input, available supplemental data, and product construction. Projects may include frequent travel to conduct or witness tests at client sites.
• Initiate communication with clients to promote and explain the benefits of new and existing services. Follow up on contacts from clients. Communicate with clients to discuss technical issues, explain UL procedures and requirements, convey project cost, and negotiate completion date and sample requirements. Act to address client concerns and to resolve client issues. Provide technical assistance to clients in reference to product inspection and follow-up services
• Establish appropriate test programs by reviewing files and manufacturer's information, examining samples, and applying UL requirements. Notify client of any areas in which the product is not in compliance with UL requirements or of any changes in project scope or specifications
• Witnessing tests
• Off-site manufacturer witness tests
• Third Party Certification
• Coordinate laboratory activities by preparing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling and reviewing work of Laboratory Technicians and support staff and establishing completion dates. Coordinate administrative aspects of project management.
• Communicate project status and results to clients through frequent contact and by preparing reports. Prepare Follow-Up Service Procedures and information pages
• Integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job
• Resolve engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analysing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.
• Propose development of new and/or revised UL requirements. Develop special test methods and test equipment. Coordinate and/or performs File Reviews. May represent UL at industry related functions such as seminars and trade shows.

Qualifications 

• University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Project Management or Physics from an ABET accredited program
• Familiar with Testing standards would be desired