Laboratory Engineer - Fremont, CA

UL Solutions•Fremont, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves following complex defined test plans and datasheets with supervision, evaluating test performance, and recording test results. The engineer will serve as a Project Lead for simple test programs, communicate project status, and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of test reports. Responsibilities include examining customer samples, operating tests, communicating with customers during setup and operation, understanding test standards and product technology, building and adapting test setups, and maintaining complex test equipment. The position also requires performing complex maintenance and calibration, integrating continuous improvement concepts, and communicating suggestions for equipment and process improvements. Adherence to Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and security practices is mandatory. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Strong manual dexterity and fine motor skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Solid understanding of electrical theory and RF (radio frequency) theory
Proficient soldering skills
Equipment operation and handling
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Fabrication and assembly experience
Ability to perform in a physically demanding, hands-on role
Comfortable working in a production or assembly environment
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.

Responsibilities

Follow complex defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision/support.
Evaluate test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
Record and explain test results and complete test reports.
Serve as Project Lead for simple test programs as assigned with necessary assistance.
Communicate project status and results as needed.
Define test plan, report completion and accuracy, meeting of agreed deadlines, and managing project related activities.
Examine complex customer samples with help and learn to operate appropriate tests for each case.
Communicate with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
Understand specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility.
Direct, build and/or adapt simple test setups and equipment for assigned work, based on test plans and instructions from engineering.
Operate and maintain complex test equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples.
Perform complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area.
Perform complex calibration of test equipment.
Integrate basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques for both process and equipment.
Communicate 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.
Perform other duties as directed.