UL Standards & Engagement
Senior Program Manager, Transportation Safety (Maritime)
UL Standards & Engagement, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
Senior Program Manager, Transportation Safety (Maritime)
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Senior Program Manager, Transportation Safety (Maritime) . This is a hybrid opportunity based in Evanston, IL; Raleigh‑Durham, NC; Washington, DC; or remote!
The Senior Program Manager will spearhead global initiatives and lead ongoing safety programs within the transportation sectors to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Senior Program Manager will leverage their expert knowledge to enhance industry practices focused on the safe transportation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials, particularly lithium‑ion batteries and battery‑powered devices.
In this capacity, the Program Manager will lead the Maritime Thermal Runaway Incident Program (TRIP), a collaborative effort with the maritime industry to understand and prevent thermal runaway incidents in the maritime sector. The role also involves expanding TRIP’s success to other transportation modes, while raising global awareness and advancing UL’s safety standards, research, and industry insights.
What You’ll Learn And Achieve
Lead transportation safety initiatives, identifying opportunities to engage key executive level stakeholders and develop strategic technical plans with measurable outcomes aligned with organizational goals.
Serve as an industry recognized expert on lithium‑ion battery risks and thermal runaway prevention, providing guidance on safe handling, transport, and storage of rechargeable devices across transportation networks.
Use an established industry network and cultivate robust relationships with governmental and non‑governmental entities, including transportation industry leaders, regulatory bodies, trade industry associates and consumer groups to advance safety initiatives.
Actively engage senior level external stakeholders, represent the organization in industry forums, regulatory discussions and public events through presentations, panel discussions, and publications.
Lead public education campaigns to raise awareness about the safe transport and use of lithium‑ion battery‑powered devices.
Oversee ULSE’s Thermal Runway Incident Program (TRIP), providing data‑driven insights to improve maritime safety protocols and explore expansion of TRIP to other modes of transportation.
Organize and lead US and International TRIP Summits, bringing together logistics and dangerous goods experts to advance lithium‑ion battery safety.
Lead collaborative efforts with executives to develop strategies and integrate data‑driven solutions to effectively deploy safety and hazardous materials initiatives.
Scope and lead end‑to‑end project plans, ensure deadlines are met, and actively manage milestones and priorities.
Provide oversight and coaching to team members, cultivate a collaborative environment, ensuring effective execution of standards, research, and communications activities.
Identify opportunities for program expansion, ensure continuous evolution and relevance of safety standards, and create capacity for new and high‑impact standards.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and external context related to transportation safety, offering insights to inform strategic decisions and direction of standards development and safety advocacy.
Contribute to and/or lead other department‑specific and cross‑functional projects.
What you’ll experience working at UL Standards & Engagement
People: Work with a diverse team of experts and build a collaborative network across disciplines and geographies.
Interesting work: Every day is different – you’ll push the boundaries of human understanding.
Grow and achieve: Targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.
Values: Collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence.
Total Rewards: Bonus compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, generous 401(k) matching up to 5%, additional 4% retirement contribution, flexible working, paid time off.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Demonstrated expertise in maritime safety, including crew safety and transportation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials. Working knowledge of thermal runaway and battery technology.
Established leader with experience executing strategy and setting strategic direction, translating objectives into actionable plans.
Strong program management skills, leading end‑to‑end program planning and execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with goals.
Excellent communicator and presenter influencing diverse stakeholders.
Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross functional teams.
Strategic thinker capable of innovating and adapting in a dynamic industry landscape.
Professional Education And Experience Requirements For The Role Include
Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 9 years of related work experience.
Relevant professional certification a plus.
Salary Range $131,186.31 – $180,381.17
Pay Type Salary
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Public Safety
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Senior Program Manager, Transportation Safety (Maritime) . This is a hybrid opportunity based in Evanston, IL; Raleigh‑Durham, NC; Washington, DC; or remote!
The Senior Program Manager will spearhead global initiatives and lead ongoing safety programs within the transportation sectors to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Senior Program Manager will leverage their expert knowledge to enhance industry practices focused on the safe transportation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials, particularly lithium‑ion batteries and battery‑powered devices.
In this capacity, the Program Manager will lead the Maritime Thermal Runaway Incident Program (TRIP), a collaborative effort with the maritime industry to understand and prevent thermal runaway incidents in the maritime sector. The role also involves expanding TRIP’s success to other transportation modes, while raising global awareness and advancing UL’s safety standards, research, and industry insights.
What You’ll Learn And Achieve
Lead transportation safety initiatives, identifying opportunities to engage key executive level stakeholders and develop strategic technical plans with measurable outcomes aligned with organizational goals.
Serve as an industry recognized expert on lithium‑ion battery risks and thermal runaway prevention, providing guidance on safe handling, transport, and storage of rechargeable devices across transportation networks.
Use an established industry network and cultivate robust relationships with governmental and non‑governmental entities, including transportation industry leaders, regulatory bodies, trade industry associates and consumer groups to advance safety initiatives.
Actively engage senior level external stakeholders, represent the organization in industry forums, regulatory discussions and public events through presentations, panel discussions, and publications.
Lead public education campaigns to raise awareness about the safe transport and use of lithium‑ion battery‑powered devices.
Oversee ULSE’s Thermal Runway Incident Program (TRIP), providing data‑driven insights to improve maritime safety protocols and explore expansion of TRIP to other modes of transportation.
Organize and lead US and International TRIP Summits, bringing together logistics and dangerous goods experts to advance lithium‑ion battery safety.
Lead collaborative efforts with executives to develop strategies and integrate data‑driven solutions to effectively deploy safety and hazardous materials initiatives.
Scope and lead end‑to‑end project plans, ensure deadlines are met, and actively manage milestones and priorities.
Provide oversight and coaching to team members, cultivate a collaborative environment, ensuring effective execution of standards, research, and communications activities.
Identify opportunities for program expansion, ensure continuous evolution and relevance of safety standards, and create capacity for new and high‑impact standards.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and external context related to transportation safety, offering insights to inform strategic decisions and direction of standards development and safety advocacy.
Contribute to and/or lead other department‑specific and cross‑functional projects.
What you’ll experience working at UL Standards & Engagement
People: Work with a diverse team of experts and build a collaborative network across disciplines and geographies.
Interesting work: Every day is different – you’ll push the boundaries of human understanding.
Grow and achieve: Targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.
Values: Collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence.
Total Rewards: Bonus compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, generous 401(k) matching up to 5%, additional 4% retirement contribution, flexible working, paid time off.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Demonstrated expertise in maritime safety, including crew safety and transportation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials. Working knowledge of thermal runaway and battery technology.
Established leader with experience executing strategy and setting strategic direction, translating objectives into actionable plans.
Strong program management skills, leading end‑to‑end program planning and execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with goals.
Excellent communicator and presenter influencing diverse stakeholders.
Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross functional teams.
Strategic thinker capable of innovating and adapting in a dynamic industry landscape.
Professional Education And Experience Requirements For The Role Include
Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 9 years of related work experience.
Relevant professional certification a plus.
Salary Range $131,186.31 – $180,381.17
Pay Type Salary
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Public Safety
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