Laboratory Test Engineer
UL Solutions
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- Location
- Northbrook, IL
- Posted
- Oct 29
- 2 days ago
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About the company
UL Solutions
International trade and development · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers
- Inverters
- Power Supplies
- Battery Chargers
- EV Cord Reels and Connectors
- Combiner Boxes
- GFCI, AFCI, and LDCI Devices
- High- and low-power electrical testing
- Mechanical evaluations
- Temperature and heating analysis
- Environmental conditioning tests
- Grounding and bonding system verification
- Abnormal operation and overload testing
- Short-circuit testing
- Electrical and electronic troubleshooting
- Follows complex test plans and datasheets.
- Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
- Records and explains test results and completes test report.
- Serves as Project Lead for complex test programs as assigned.
- Communicates project status and results as needed.
- Holds responsibility for defining test plan, report completion and accuracy, meeting of agreed deadlines, and managing project related activities.
- Examines complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case.
- Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
- Understands and is able to explain specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility.
- Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups and equipment to new situations, based on test plans and instructions from engineering.
- Trains other lab staff on these test procedures or equipment.
- Operates and maintains complex test and support equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples with the necessary help.
- Performs complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area.
- May perform calibration of test equipment.
- For a single testing technology, integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
- Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.
- Other duties as directed.
What you need
- University Degree in Engineering (in related field of work) as well as 4 years Work Experience.
- Or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory Personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor more junior laboratory staff..
- Highly effective written and verbal 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.
Key skills
electrical technologieshands-on problem solvingsolving technical challenges
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UL Solutions is seeking a motivated, hands-on Laboratory Technician to join our growing EV / Energy Laboratory team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of emerging technologies, helping evaluate and certify products that power homes, businesses, electric vehicles, and critical infrastructure around the world.
As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in performing safety and performance testing, operating specialized equipment, analyzing results, and collaborating with experienced engineers and industry professionals. We are looking for individuals who enjoy solving technical challenges, working with cutting-edge technologies, and contributing to a safer, more sustainable future.
If you're passionate about electrical technologies, continuous learning, and hands-on problem solving, we encourage you to join our team.