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UL, LLC
Laboratory Engineer
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What they do
An Engineering Test Technician troubleshoots, repairs and maintains engineering equipment. Assists in refining and developing test processes. Fabricates equipment and tooling as required.
$77,613 / year median in Illinois
+1% projected growth
Job Description
UL Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Engineer to support both our water analytical and water exposure laboratories. This role combines laboratory testing, project leadership, equipment operation and maintenance, data analysis, and customer interaction. The ideal candidate is a collaborative engineer with strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality results. This is a full-time, hybrid (3 days on-site) position located at our Northbrook, IL office. Follows complex defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision /support. 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 simple test programs as assigned with the necessary assistance. 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 with help and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case. Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation. Understands specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility. Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups and equipment for assigned work, based on test plans and instructions from engineering. Operates and maintains complex test equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples. Performs complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area. May perform complex calibration of test equipment Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques for both process and equipment. Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.. Other duties as directed. University Degree in Engineering (in related field of work) 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. Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers. Demonstrated 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.