Electronics Laboratory Technician

UL Solutions•Northbrook, IL

32d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Associate's degree or Military Equivalent (Electronics Technician)
Strong electrical/electronics knowledge
Experience working with PLCs, motor drives, contactors, elevator interlocks and emergency stops devices
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

Responsibilities

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.