Laboratory Test Engineer

UL Solutions • Rochester Hills, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Test Engineer performs laboratory testing on customer samples across a range of products and technologies. The role follows complex test plans and datasheets, evaluates test performance and sample operation, records and explains results, and completes test reports. For assigned complex test programs, the engineer serves as project lead and is responsible for defining the test plan, report accuracy and completion, agreed deadlines, and related project activities.

The engineer examines complex samples, learns and operates appropriate tests, and communicates with customers during setup and operation to support proper evaluation. The role requires understanding and explaining applicable test standards and product technology. It also involves building or adapting test setups and equipment, training laboratory staff, operating and maintaining complex test and support equipment, and potentially calibrating equipment. For a single testing technology, the engineer incorporates continuous improvement and makes suggestions to management and technical staff about equipment, processes, and forms. The position is onsite in Rochester Hills, Michigan, and works day shift.

Requirements

• University degree in Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years of work experience.
• Prior experience with automotive testing, including environmental chambers and vibration shakers.
• Prior automotive industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to partner successfully with Engineering and other laboratory personnel to complete projects on time and with high quality.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Follow complex test plans and datasheets.
• 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 assigned complex test programs.
• Communicate project status and results as needed.
• Define test plans, ensure report completion and accuracy, meet agreed deadlines, and manage related project 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 and explain specific test standards and product technology within the scope of responsibility.
• Direct, build, or adapt simple test setups and equipment to new situations based on test plans and engineering instructions.
• Train other laboratory staff on test procedures or equipment.
• Operate and maintain complex test and support equipment to measure and test customer samples, with necessary assistance.
• Perform complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory areas.
• May perform calibration of test equipment.
• For a single testing technology, integrate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Communicate suggestions to management and technical staff for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of base salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision health benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off for full-time employees, including 15 vacation days, 12 holiday and personal days, and 72 hours of sick time off.

What This Job Offers

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