Electronics Laboratory Technician
UL Solutions
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- Pay
- $45K to $60K
- a year
- Location
- Northbrook, IL
- Posted
- Oct 6
- 13 days ago
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About the company
UL Solutions
International trade and development · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Set up and perform electrical and mechanical testing, build test setups, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, and analyze test data.
- Record results, prepare data sheets and reports, and communicate with clients and laboratory personnel.
What you need
- <span>Associate's degree or Military Equivalent (Electronics Technician)</span>
- <span>Strong electrical/electronics knowledge</span>
- <span>Experience working with the above products</span>
- <span>Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers</span>
- <span>Proven ability to be innovative and creative</span>
- <span>Desire to work in a team-oriented environment </span>
- <span>Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite is a must</span>
- <span>Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing</span>
- <span>Ability to lift 50lbs and work in a physically demanding environment</span>
- Education: an associate degree
Key skills
electrical/electronics knowledgeMicrosoft Office Suiteautomationresistive and inductive circuitsread blueprintsschematicswiring diagramsmeasuring instrumentsEffective communication skills
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Perks
- annual bonus compensation
- medical
- dental
- vision
- wellness benefits
- retirement savings (401K)
- paid time off
- sick time off
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UL is currently seeking a motivated Electronics Technician for our Industrial Controls Laboratory. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be innovative and creative in growing this area of our business. A successful Electronics Technician sets up and performs a variety of electrical and mechanical testing on different products mostly involving electrical circuits.
Associate's degree or Military Equivalent (Electronics Technician)
Strong electrical/electronics knowledge
Experience working with the above products
Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers
Proven ability to be innovative and creative
Desire to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite is a must
Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing
Ability to lift 50lbs and work in a physically demanding environment
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 $45,000 to $60,000 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 5% 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 and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).
Examine test samples and read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions to setup and perform a variety of electrical testing.
Analyze test performance and review test data with supervisor.
Build test setups and make adjustments to test equipment to perform a variety of testing.
Uses knowledge of resistive and inductive circuits to achieve the correct voltage, amperage, and power factor requirements.
Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment. Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and other laboratory personnel. May communicate with clients during the setup and performance of a test to demonstrate or otherwise illustrate equipment test methods and/or to discuss test results. May communicate with UL field representatives to discuss additional follow-up tests, samples, equipment, methods and/or results.
Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and test reports. May plan tests, evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations, as directed.
Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
Performs other duties as directed.
The Industrial Controls Lab provides a variety of performance testing and certification of Industrial Controls products such as PLCs, motor drives, contactors, elevator interlocks and emergency stops devices.
Industrial Controls tests performed include:
Electrical
Heating and Temperature
Overload and endurance
Short circuit
Ground Bond
Abnormal Operation
Component Fault Testing
Mechanical