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Mechanical Design Engineer- HVAC

UL Solutions
Northbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Job Description

This role is hybrid on-site in Northbrook, IL (3) days a week

UL Solutions has a global network of complex testing laboratories, and we are growing and evolving to address new emerging technologies in the marketplace. As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in industrial construction, your role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining mechanical systems within advanced, complex testing laboratories, and other facilities. Your expertise will contribute to the efficient design of mechanical systems, HVAC systems, and safety protocols in UL Solutions global portfolio of testing laboratories. Reporting to the Architect and Design Lead in the Construction Team, the Mechanical Engineer will partner with Facility Planners, Customer Operating Units, Electrical Engineers and CAD planners to design labs from ideation to concept designs, and partner with external vendors globally to develop designs and construct facilities.

Responsibilities

System Design and Optimization :

  • Collaborate with architects and project managers to design mechanical systems for lab buildings facilities.
  • Develop efficient layouts for HVAC, plumbing, and ventilation systems that support the testing requirements and equipment installed in labs
  • Optimize energy usage and sustainability through innovative designs.
  • Be part of design and construction team to develop conceptual plans and budgets, value engineering and bring concepts to reality
  • Partner with external engineering firms globally to take concept design through construction documents and execution, ensuring design standards are met

Equipment Selection and Installation :

  • Collaborate on selecting equipment for industrial processes.
  • Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting :

  • Troubleshoot issues related to pumps, motors, conveyors, and other equipment.
  • Recommend preventive maintenance plans and schedules.
  • Safety and Compliance :

  • Design safety features, emergency shutdown systems, and fire protection mechanisms.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant regulations.
  • Conduct risk assessments for mechanical installations.
  • Collaboration and Documentation :

  • Work closely with electrical engineers, civil engineers, and other professionals.
  • Create detailed technical documentation, including CAD drawings and specifications.
  • LI-Hybrid

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial mechanical engineering.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
  • Knowledge of industrial automation and control systems.
  • Familiarity with energy-efficient designs.
  • What we offer :

    Total Rewards : The salary range for this position is $101,200 min and $120,000 budgeted by the team) and is based upon years of experience that is commensurate with the level of the position. All full-time employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation. The target for this position is 10% of the base salary. Full-time employees are also eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental & financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country, for the relevant position level. 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).

    Learn More :

    Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com

    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.

    Salary : $120,000

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