Environmental Sustainability Engineer

The Environmental Sustainability Engineer plays an important role in advancing UL Solutions sustainability goals.

The role is focused on reducing environmental impact and driving long-term sustainability performance across UL Solutions. Under supervision, the engineer helps develop solutions to reduce GHG emissions across scopes 1,2 and 3; reduce energy use; and help define other circularity opportunities. The role also champions the integration of sustainability into day-to-day operations.

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in one of the following locations:

Northbrook, IL

Chicago, IL

Ballerup, DK

Responsibilities

Environmental impact reduction and engineering solutions

• Identify and evaluate engineering solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, waste, and water consumption.

• Conduct environmental performance analyses by modeling energy use, emissions, and resource flows using engineering tools and other methods; diagnose inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.

• Support the evaluation and implementation of renewable energy options and other low-carbon technologies.

• Identify and recommend solutions for environmental challenges, driving continuous improvement in sustainability performance.

Technical assessment and business case development

• Perform technical feasibility assessments to inform business case development, cost-benefit analysis and ROI modeling for sustainability initiatives and ESG reporting activites.

• Benchmark environmental performance against internal goals and external standards (e.g., LEED, SBTi, ISO frameworks).

• Conduct research and analysis as needed to support sustainability initiatives and inform data-driven decision-making.

Sustainable operations and facilities optimization

• Support the integration of sustainability principles into facilities, operations and supply chain processes.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize building systems for energy efficiency and improved environmental performance. 

• Contribute to sustainability impact assessments and development of mitigation plans for capital investments. 

• Be an advocate and champion innovative solutions to assist sustainability footprint reduction.  

Cross-functional collaboration and technical expertise

• Serve as a technical SME on cross-functional sustainability projects related to environmental improvements and decarbonization across UL operations. 

• Partner with Real Estate Design and Facility teams to support implementation of facility performance optimization systems including energy-efficient solutions and sustainable building practices

• Partner with Science and Growth teams to evaluate emerging technologies and innovative engineering solutions to reduce environmental impacts.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability Engineering, or a related field.

• Advanced degree preferred.

• 3-5 years experience with foundational understanding of environmental engineering principles, sustainability concepts and business acumen. 

• Facilities engineering experience, LEED or other building certification knowledge.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret and apply technical data.

• Strong collaboration skills, ability to work effectively across diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.

• Strong communication skills, ability to communicate technical information in a clear, accessible way to nontechnical and senior audiences

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with basic modeling/EHS data tools

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment

Culture

• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment

• Results-oriented team player; willingness to roll up sleeves and get involved

• A results-focused mindset with the ability to persevere and find solutions to challenges

What we offer:

• Total Rewards:  We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $71,000 - $94,500 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. 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:

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About the company

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.