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Engineering Leader - Switching Devices

Job in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois, 60065, USA
Listing for: UL Solutions External Career Site
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Manager
  • Engineering
    Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 140000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Implements and executes capacity and capability management under the guidance of the Business Manager.
  • Ensures effective workflow by engaging with cross‑functional leads and customers to understand the scope of projects and technical needs so resources can be assigned effectively.
  • Responsible for driving process improvements to ensure financial results are achieved.
  • Typically supports local members of a team but may support remote employees in other locations.
  • Drives a high‑performing team by managing the performance and development of team members.
  • Operates effectively in the UL matrix to actively support and drive high‑performance culture changes, transformation efforts and people engagement.
  • Holds team and self accountable for results; assists the Engineering Manager in defining goals, performance objectives and metrics to execute strategy.
  • Develops and coaches by providing training, career counseling, feedback and guidance to drive high performance and morale.
  • Ensures understanding of and compliance with all established policies and requirements.
  • Increases customer loyalty, anticipates customer needs and provides proactive solutions.
  • Gathers, shares and responds to customer feedback; coaches and mentors employees to do the same.
  • Supports sales by building relationships with customers, requiring a deep understanding of the pipeline, obtaining feedback on how UL can improve, and identifying actions and solutions. Provides direct support to customers and team by providing technical guidance and engineering judgment to complete projects and address all arising issues (e.g., complaints, unusual requests, technical advice).
  • Ensures quality and adherence to policies and standards requirements; leads and/or participates in discussions to drive business initiatives through brainstorming.
  • Empowers and holds team accountable to find new opportunities to effectively drive growth and financial goals (revenue, profit, enterprise value, etc.).
  • Delegates Project Handlers to establish the appropriate test programs.
  • Supports and guides project handlers to ensure compliance with requirements, changes in project scope or specifications and customer notifications.
  • Explains UL family of company policies, procedures and requirements; negotiates completion dates and sample requirements, and ensures an effective experience with the UL family of companies.
  • Communicates and exemplifies UL’s vision and mission.
  • Leads, promotes and embraces change through self and team.
  • Collaborates and builds trust within the organization and with customers to meet or exceed expectations.
  • Develops strong, flexible cross‑functional networks and global relationships to promote becoming the fastest, highest quality, most customer‑friendly organization. Coaches and mentors employees to do the same.
  • Reads and follows the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follows all physical and digital security practices.
  • Performs other duties as directed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required;
    Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience required.
  • Formal or informal leadership experience.
  • Experience in the electrical/electronic device industry preferred.

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 $110,000 - $140,000 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 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).

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A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into…

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