Chemistry Lab Technician - Fairfax, VA

UL Solutions•Fairfax, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

A Senior Lab Technician will conduct quantitative analytical chemistry testing of environmental air and water samples in accordance with standard EPA/ASTM methods and in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements. Examines test samples and reads measuring instruments, and operational instructions. Evaluates test performance, provides feedback regarding issues and/or problems with test and data sheets and reviews test data with supervisor as appropriate. Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility. Directs, builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations Trains staff in test setups and test methods. Initiates recommendations for new instrument designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems. Operates designated instruments and special laboratory equipment. Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area. Receives instructions from and reports data to other laboratory personnel. Communicates with the appropriate department personnel to offer suggestions pertinent to equipment needs. Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepare data sheets and test reports. Plans tests, evaluates test results and reports opinions and interpretations. May assist to modify existing methods or develop and validate new test methods. Provides training and assist others in the laboratory. Reads and understands test standards and testing technology for specific tests. Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices. Performs other duties as directed. LI-MB1 LI-Onsite A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage. Our global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this — we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we’re one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we’re always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you’re working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change — in a changing world.

Responsibilities

Conduct quantitative analytical chemistry testing of environmental air and water samples in accordance with standard EPA/ASTM methods and in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.
Examines test samples and reads measuring instruments, and operational instructions.
Evaluates test performance, provides feedback regarding issues and/or problems with test and data sheets and reviews test data with supervisor as appropriate.
Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
Directs, builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations
Trains staff in test setups and test methods.
Initiates recommendations for new instrument designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.
Operates designated instruments and special laboratory equipment.
Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
Receives instructions from and reports data to other laboratory personnel.
Communicates with the appropriate department personnel to offer suggestions pertinent to equipment needs.
Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepare data sheets and test reports.
Plans tests, evaluates test results and reports opinions and interpretations.
May assist to modify existing methods or develop and validate new test methods.
Provides training and assist others in the laboratory.
Reads and understands test standards and testing technology for specific tests.
Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
Performs other duties as directed.