Laboratory Engineer

UL Solutions•Northbrook, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced EMC Wireless Laboratory Engineer to support electromagnetic compatibility and wireless compliance testing activities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have hands-on experience performing EMC wireless testing on Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi modules. This role offers a balanced hybrid of laboratory testing and technical report writing.

Requirements

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.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Hands-on experience performing EMC wireless testing on Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi modules.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement wireless test methods to support laboratory testing activities.
Execute wireless and EMC tests and analyze, document, and report test results in a clear and accurate manner.
Troubleshoot testing processes, test stations, and laboratory equipment to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
Prepare technical reports in accordance with UL reporting structure, while proactively identifying and improving areas of weakness or inefficiency.
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.