Electro-Mechanical Technician

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

12h • $45,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Security/Signaling team at our modern facility in Northbrook, IL . In this hands-on role, you will work directly with cutting-edge technology and contribute to testing and evaluating security systems. This position is fully onsite with a schedule of Monday through Friday , offering a great opportunity to collaborate with a skilled team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about security and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Higher Secondary Education plus three years related experience preferred.
• Required: Fundamental electrical knowledge (including but not limited to Ohm's Law)
• Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel).
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients.
• Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
• Examines test samples and reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions.
• Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results and completes test report.
• Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
• May direct staff in test setups.
• Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision/support.
• Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
• May perform basic calibration of test equipment.
• Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision/support.
• Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.
• Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management.
• May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and/or test results.
• Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
• 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 basic 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.

Benefits

• 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 including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED