Electrical / Mechanical Field Inspector - WA

The inspection activities will be based primarily in the Lynnwood/Everett/Monroe, WA area. However, occasional out of state and over-night travel to other states may be required. Applicant must be open to daily and over-night travel requirements/needs. Applicant for this position must also possess good computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word as well as ISO / Auditing experience.

To Apply: visit www.ul.com/careers and click on “Career Opportunities”, then click advanced search, type IRC28769 (CAPS sensitive) in search.

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Under general supervision, independently executes the timely completion of assigned work orders and other Inspection Center 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 site and factory locations to ensure that they are produced and marked 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 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 or assurance programs.

· Interprets and analyzes examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers' measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.  Periodically reviews manufacturers' programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.  Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted. 

· Communicates with manufacturers and customers, 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. 

· Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment.  Observes use of manufacturer's equipment necessary to meet UL requirements.  Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers' measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment. 

· Documents 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.

· Resolves process, management system and possibly engineering issues associated with Variation Notices by analyzing and reporting on the acceptability of the variations.

· Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.Performs other duties as directed.

Required SkillsBasic knowledge of third-party certification inspection processes.Working knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the appropriate discipline.Demonstrated ability to identify and manage priorities.Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with clients and staff at all levels.Generally two years of related work experience. Some University education ( Associate's Degree) in Applied Science plus generally two years of related work experience.

 

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To Apply: visit www.ul.com/careers and click on “Career Opportunities”, then click advanced search, type IRC28769 (CAPS sensitive) in search.