Engineer Project Associate

At UL, we know why we come to work.

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

What You’ll Learn & Achieve

Working under the supervision of the global team and support the renewable energy certification projects globally. He/she will evaluate design calculations for approval of the structural components like hub, shaft, frames etc. mainly focusing on wind turbines. Additionally, he/she will inspect customer factories to witness the correct implementation of specific designs of nacelle and hub in the manufacturing process. Structural analysis according to international guidelines will be the main technical aspects of the job.

Further, the engineer will be responsible for administration requirements relating to certification, independent execution and timely completion of projects by analyzing project scope and determining project specifications, coordinating with clients during the course of the project.

Working closely with the Segment leader and Global team, the Engineer will be responsible for Project execution, Customer management and expanding UL Renewables Certification services in Korea.

Key responsibilities are,

• Communication with business partners and customer relationship management in Korea and abroad
• Project Management of certification projects – working together with Regulatory bodies and customers
• Project Co-ordination
• Evaluation of structural components (casted or forged) according to international standards like IEC 61400-1 “OR” Evaluation of gears, shafts and bearings according to international standards like IEC 61400-1
• Inspection of manufacturer’s facilities to witness correct implementation of specific designs of nacelle and hub in the manufacturing process
• Structural analysis and FEA calculations with commercialized numerical simulation tools (example ANSYS or similar) “OR” Mechanical analysis with commercialized tools like KISSsoft

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Masters/Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, or any equivalent field
• Minimum 2-5 years of in wind energy
• Experience in structural analysis, fatigue failure, FEA calculations, structural steel materials and cast materials OR Experience in commercialized software KISSsoft
• Hands on experience in project management
• Hands-on experience on manufacturing processes
• Willingness to travel (within Korea and outside the country)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good communication skills (English speaking and writing)
• Customer focus, commitment and independent work
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to work in a fast paced consultancy environment
• Ability and willingness to develop and expand business
• Experience in the continuous development of work processes (Lean Six Sigma) is desirable

What You’ll Experience Working At UL

• Mission For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards UL offers competitive total rewards including 13 months annual salary, incentive bonus, monthly allowance, national mandatory housing fund and social insurances, extended paid annual leaves and paid sick leaves and supplementary medical insurance