Associate Environmental Sustainability Engineer

The Associate 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 associate engineer supports develop solutions to reduce GHG emissions across scopes 1,2 and 3; reduce energy use; and help define other circularity opportunities. The role also supports champions the integration of sustainability into day-to-day operations.

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 activities.
• 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

• Support 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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-4 years experience with foundational understanding of environmental engineering principles, sustainability concepts and business acumen.
• Facilities engineering experience, LEED or other building certification knowledge preferred.

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