Senior Staff Engineer - MV/HV Cable Systems
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Location: Melville, NY 11747
Description:
Job Description
The candidate would be responsible for project managing new work certification and performance testing projects for the wire and cable business. Heavy customer interaction is involved and would include email communications, teams calls, as well as phone calls. Strong communication and collaboration skills are critical. Customer interactions may be face to face at the Melville site, as well as at customer facilities, as needed. Strong organizational skills are required with the candidate expected to work independently, self- manage and prioritize projects based on the estimated completion dates provided to our customers. The candidate would also support our sales function in the preparation of technical quotes to our customers. The candidate may also be called upon to support the lab function with training of newly hired technicians. The candidate may also be asked to participate in special developmental projects, lean operational efficiency projects and finally principal engineer related technical projects to continue their UL and technical development journey. Travel is estimated to be between 50 and 75% of time and some of this travel may include visits to customers manufacturing facilities to perform factory with test services.
Responsibilities
Enhance and advance a zero-incident safety culture and behavior.
Manage project schedules to ensure all the projects are properly processed including quotation, execution, reporting and invoicing.
Evaluate and develop technical solutions and pricing per the customer's request for proposal (RFP).
Manage subcontractor interactions - quoting, materials, equipment / rentals, personnel, etc. to meet job and project requirements.
As required, visit subcontractor labs for witness testing, auditing and product inspection.
As required, perform product testing and measurements at UL's laboratories.
As part of project execution, perform inventories of test equipment and consumables, review personnel availability, etc. to meet project requirements.
As required, witness product testing and measurements at customer's site.
Perform data analysis on diagnostic testing performed by the UL field crews or obtained from the clients.
Prepare technical reports and present their results with recommended actions on the tested electrical assets to customers.
Perform data analysis on data obtained from product testing. Prepare technical reports and present their results to customers.
Maintain daily work records with accuracy and integrity.
Provide technical input and recommendations to management regarding MV business development opportunities, program expansion and potential capital expenditures.
Develop close working relationships with customers while increasing customer satisfaction.
As required, attend Industry conferences to represent UL and interact with Utilities, Specifiers and MV Cable / Equipment suppliers to Utilities.
Performs other duties as directed.
Willing to travel over 75% to customer's facilities and job site, including global travel.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a technical related discipline is required.
Experiences in related industrial and international standards in MV/HV cable systems, including but not limited to ICEA/AEIC, IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards.
Experiences in areas such as Power Utilities, asset management for MV/HV equipment, field-testing technologies for MV/HV apparatus, MV/HV or high-power laboratories, MV/HV cable manufacturers, installers, or operators, or relevant fields.
Strong knowledge of electrical asset design, dielectric aging and diagnostics, particularly on MV/HV power cable systems.
Knowledge in high voltage testing technologies on electrical assets including VLF, Tan Delta, high voltage withstand test, impulse test, load cycle test, dielectric loss test, partial discharge measurement, etc.
Familiarity with electrical power transmission and distribution field operations.
Familiarity with high voltage safety requirements and regulations on job sites and in lab. Commitment to safe operations and zero incident workplace.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all internal and external customers and make formal presentations to people at all levels, both within and outside the company.
Knowledge of basic computer software in the MS Office suite.
Able to handle multiple assignments concurrently without direct supervision.
Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record with a willingness to accept extended travel assignments
What we offer:
The deadline to apply to this position is 7/30/25.
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com
#LI-EH1
#LI-Remote
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
You might not see them, but wires and cables make the world go round. And wherever they are, we test them - from wearable medical devices and mobile phones to cables that span oceans and scale buildings. Whether they're strapped to electrical towers or analyzing data, our engineers test products that are advancing exciting developments in AI, sustainable energy and the electrification of everything. That's why we're looking for ambitious people who want to work on diverse, dynamic projects that help to create a safer and more sustainable future. Join our team, spark innovation and spark the next generation of safety science.
The candidate would be responsible for project managing new work certification and performance testing projects for the wire and cable business. Heavy customer interaction is involved and would include email communications, teams calls, as well as phone calls. Strong communication and collaboration skills are critical. Customer interactions may be face to face at the Melville site, as well as at customer facilities, as needed. Strong organizational skills are required with the candidate expected to work independently, self- manage and prioritize projects based on the estimated completion dates provided to our customers. The candidate would also support our sales function in the preparation of technical quotes to our customers. The candidate may also be called upon to support the lab function with training of newly hired technicians. The candidate may also be asked to participate in special developmental projects, lean operational efficiency projects and finally principal engineer related technical projects to continue their UL and technical development journey. Travel is estimated to be between 50 and 75% of time and some of this travel may include visits to customers manufacturing facilities to perform factory with test services.
Responsibilities
Enhance and advance a zero-incident safety culture and behavior.
Manage project schedules to ensure all the projects are properly processed including quotation, execution, reporting and invoicing.
Evaluate and develop technical solutions and pricing per the customer's request for proposal (RFP).
Manage subcontractor interactions - quoting, materials, equipment / rentals, personnel, etc. to meet job and project requirements.
As required, visit subcontractor labs for witness testing, auditing and product inspection.
As required, perform product testing and measurements at UL's laboratories.
As part of project execution, perform inventories of test equipment and consumables, review personnel availability, etc. to meet project requirements.
As required, witness product testing and measurements at customer's site.
Perform data analysis on diagnostic testing performed by the UL field crews or obtained from the clients.
Prepare technical reports and present their results with recommended actions on the tested electrical assets to customers.
Perform data analysis on data obtained from product testing. Prepare technical reports and present their results to customers.
Maintain daily work records with accuracy and integrity.
Provide technical input and recommendations to management regarding MV business development opportunities, program expansion and potential capital expenditures.
Develop close working relationships with customers while increasing customer satisfaction.
As required, attend Industry conferences to represent UL and interact with Utilities, Specifiers and MV Cable / Equipment suppliers to Utilities.
Performs other duties as directed.
Willing to travel over 75% to customer's facilities and job site, including global travel.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a technical related discipline is required.
Experiences in related industrial and international standards in MV/HV cable systems, including but not limited to ICEA/AEIC, IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards.
Experiences in areas such as Power Utilities, asset management for MV/HV equipment, field-testing technologies for MV/HV apparatus, MV/HV or high-power laboratories, MV/HV cable manufacturers, installers, or operators, or relevant fields.
Strong knowledge of electrical asset design, dielectric aging and diagnostics, particularly on MV/HV power cable systems.
Knowledge in high voltage testing technologies on electrical assets including VLF, Tan Delta, high voltage withstand test, impulse test, load cycle test, dielectric loss test, partial discharge measurement, etc.
Familiarity with electrical power transmission and distribution field operations.
Familiarity with high voltage safety requirements and regulations on job sites and in lab. Commitment to safe operations and zero incident workplace.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all internal and external customers and make formal presentations to people at all levels, both within and outside the company.
Knowledge of basic computer software in the MS Office suite.
Able to handle multiple assignments concurrently without direct supervision.
Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record with a willingness to accept extended travel assignments
What we offer:
- Total Rewards - United States: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000-125,600 USD 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 20% 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).
- Total Rewards - Canada: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $160,000-170,000 CAD 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 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; matching pension plan and retirement savings (RRSP). We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (3 days) and sick time off
The deadline to apply to this position is 7/30/25.
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com
#LI-EH1
#LI-Remote
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
You might not see them, but wires and cables make the world go round. And wherever they are, we test them - from wearable medical devices and mobile phones to cables that span oceans and scale buildings. Whether they're strapped to electrical towers or analyzing data, our engineers test products that are advancing exciting developments in AI, sustainable energy and the electrification of everything. That's why we're looking for ambitious people who want to work on diverse, dynamic projects that help to create a safer and more sustainable future. Join our team, spark innovation and spark the next generation of safety science.