Top Engineering Jobs in Chicago, IL

Performs electrical, electronic, mechanical, environmental, and safety testing on EV and energy products. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, analyzes results, prepares reports, manages simple test programs, troubleshoots systems, communicates with customers, and supports test setup, calibration, automation, and process improvement.

Performs electrical and mechanical testing of industrial control products, including PLCs, motor drives, contactors, and safety devices. Reads schematics and blueprints, builds test setups, operates and maintains laboratory equipment, analyzes test data, and prepares test reports. The technician communicates with engineers, customers, and field representatives regarding test methods and results while supporting continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

Manages electrical distribution testing and certification projects from scope definition through completion. Coordinates laboratory activities, technicians, test programs, client communications, reports, compliance reviews, and project administration. Resolves engineering issues, develops test methods and equipment, evaluates product compliance with UL requirements, and provides technical guidance to staff and clients. The hybrid role requires frequent travel to client sites for testing or witnessing tests.

Plans and manages product testing and certification projects for wiring devices. Evaluates samples against UL requirements, develops test programs, coordinates laboratory technicians, resolves engineering issues, prepares reports and procedures, and communicates project status and technical requirements to clients. The role may involve client-site travel, industry representation, test-method development, and continuous improvement. Training is provided and the position is open to fresh graduates.

Supports engineered materials certification through analytical data review, material identification, product construction and property assessment, test requirement determination, laboratory result analysis, and surveillance of certified wire, cable, plastic, and polymeric products. The internship is a 10–12 week hybrid position for a rising senior pursuing a related undergraduate degree.

Engineering interns support safety science projects across built environment, energy and industrial automation, engineered materials, and R&D. Responsibilities may include testing building materials, electrical infrastructure, renewable energy systems, EV batteries, cables, mechanical and electrical systems, and custom test equipment. Interns participate in hands-on research, laboratory work, simulation, data analysis, and multidisciplinary engineering projects. The internship lasts 10–12 weeks and is hybrid, with three days per week on-site.

Sets up and performs laboratory tests, adapts test equipment, examines samples, follows test plans and standards, evaluates and documents results, and prepares reports. Performs equipment maintenance and basic calibration, communicates with clients and engineers, recommends process and equipment improvements, and may direct test setup staff. The role requires customer interaction, technical documentation, Microsoft Office proficiency, teamwork, creativity, and applying automation to testing activities.

Leads automotive functional safety development and reviews under ISO 26262. Develops safety concepts, architectures, requirements, analyses, safety cases, and compliance assessments for embedded software, hardware, and vehicle systems. Advises customers, leads workshops and training, conducts technical reviews and gap assessments, and supports safety evaluations across ADAS, electrified vehicles, battery systems, and other safety-critical technologies. Limited client travel may be required.

Develops and leads digital twin assurance capabilities, evaluating model credibility, data quality, connected systems, AI-enabled methods, and lifecycle governance. Applies modeling and simulation, verification and validation, uncertainty quantification, and engineering standards to support credible customer decisions. Establishes repeatable assurance practices, advises customers, contributes to proposals, and represents UL Solutions in standards groups and industry forums. Collaborates across engineering, software, cybersecurity, data science, certification, and business teams.

Lead technical authority for automotive battery testing and standards. Plans and supervises major projects, develops test methods and requirements, advises clients, represents UL on standards committees, resolves complex conformity issues, and supports business development and continuous improvement.