[Hiring] Lightning Protection System Inspector @UL Solutions

Role Description

This role supports UL’s Lightning Protection Services by conducting field inspections of lightning protection system installations to verify compliance with applicable standards, including UL 96A and NFPA 780. The position is home-based and requires independent scheduling, regional travel, strong technical judgment, and effective communication with customers and internal teams.

• Conduct field inspections of lightning protection systems installed on structures in accordance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Evaluate installations for compliance with UL 96A, NFPA 780, and other applicable technical requirements.
• Document inspection results and prepare reports, including potential non-conformance findings.
• Verify components, materials, markings, and UL labels for selected system components.
• Perform or witness required testing, such as three-point fall-of-potential ground resistance testing.
• Independently schedule inspections and complete assigned work within required timelines.
• Communicate with customers regarding technical issues, UL procedures, requirements, and completion dates.
• Provide technical assistance to customers and internal teams.
• Support customer relationships by explaining UL services and promoting the value of existing and new service offerings.
• Represent UL at industry meetings, seminars, trade shows, or customer meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or post-secondary vocational education diploma in a relevant technical discipline, such as Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years of directly related experience.
• Working knowledge of lightning protection systems and applicable technical terminology.
• Knowledge of UL 96A and NFPA 780.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a large workload independently.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned region.
• Experience conducting field inspections, audits, or compliance assessments.
• Experience preparing inspection reports or documenting non-conformances.
• Familiarity with ground resistance testing methods.
• Experience working directly with customers in a technical service environment.
• Candidate needs to be located near or relocate to the Dallas/Houston, Texas Region.

Benefits

• Estimated salary range: $80,000 to $100,000 based on multiple factors.
• Eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness benefits such as mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country.
• Paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including personal days (12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

Company Description

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.
• We work at the center of safety and sustainability — tackling the worst aspects of the global climate crisis with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, and electrified transportation.
• Join our team and help create a cleaner, safer future for all.