Laboratory Engineer

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

1d • $60,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Engineer performs complex testing of customer samples, follows defined test plans and datasheets with appropriate supervision, evaluates test performance and sample operation, and documents results in accurate test reports. The role may lead simple test programs, defining test plans, completing reports, meeting deadlines, managing related activities, and communicating project status and results. The engineer examines complex customer samples, learns and operates appropriate tests, and communicates with customers during setup and operation to support proper evaluation. The role requires understanding applicable test standards and product technology, adapting simple test setups and equipment, operating and maintaining complex test equipment, and performing complex equipment and laboratory-area maintenance and, as needed, calibration. The position also applies basic continuous-improvement concepts, suggests equipment and process improvements, and follows the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.

The estimated salary range is $60,000 to $75,000, with eligibility for annual bonus compensation targeted at 5% of base salary. Benefits include health coverage, wellness benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off. The role is onsite.

Requirements

• University degree in engineering in a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
• Ability to partner successfully with Engineering and other laboratory personnel to complete projects on time and 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.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Follow complex defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision and support.
• Evaluate test performance and sample operation to assess test results.
• Record and explain test results and complete test reports.
• Serve as project lead for assigned simple test programs, with necessary assistance.
• Define test plans, ensure report completion and accuracy, meet agreed deadlines, and manage project-related activities.
• Examine complex customer samples 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 within the scope of responsibility.
• Direct, build, and/or adapt simple test setups and equipment based on test plans and engineering instructions.
• Operate and maintain complex test equipment to measure and test customer samples.
• Perform complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory areas.
• May perform complex calibration of test equipment.
• Apply basic continuous-improvement concepts and techniques to processes and equipment.
• Communicate suggestions to management and technical staff for equipment, process, and form improvements that support accuracy and efficiency.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off, including 15 days of vacation, 12 holidays including floating holidays, and 72 hours of sick time off.
• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level