Technician II - Life Safety and Security

Intertek•Arlington Heights, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Experienced Technician II-LSS Panel – Arlington Heights, Illinois Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking Experienced Technician II to join our LSS Panel team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of directly related experience
Familiarity with basic electrical concepts (voltage, current, resistance, AC/DC power, and polarity)
Ability to read wiring diagrams, basic electrical schematics, and mechanical assembly drawings
Strong practical problem-solving ability and mechanical/electrical aptitude
Strict adherence to laboratory electrical safety protocols and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook)
Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Ability to use basic shop equipment and various hand tools
Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in electronics, electrical technology, mechatronics or related field
1+ years of hands-on experience in a commercial testing laboratory, electronics repair, manufacturing quality control, or breadboard prototyping environment.
Prior experience soldering micro-components, installing fine-gauge thermocouples, or building test wire harnesses.
Familiarity with safety agency testing environments (e.g., NRTL operations, ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality system awareness).
Basic understanding of fire alarm circuits, notification appliance circuits (NACs), or low-voltage DC auxiliary power systems.
Experience operating programmable environmental chambers (temperature/humidity cycling)

Responsibilities

Receive, log, inspect, and track client test samples (EUT) throughout the testing lifecycle, ensuring proper handling and storage.
Set up and execute standard test plans under the direction of engineering staff according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety standard test programs.
Construct, wire, and troubleshoot specialized test benches and automated test fixtures using basic hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
Install thermocouples, strain gauges, and sensor probes onto circuit components, heat sinks, enclosures, and terminals for thermal and electrical evaluations.
Operate calibrated laboratory test equipment including: digital multi-meters, AC/DC power sources, data acquisition loggers (DAQs), dielectric strength (hi-pot) testers, ground continuity meters, oscilloscopes, sound level meters, environmental chambers, and drop/impact test apparatus.
Execute core test procedures such as: input/output electrical ratings, continuous temperature/thermal profiling, abnormal component simulation, dielectric withstand, environmental exposure (humidity, thermal cycling), mechanical impact, and sound/light output measurements.
Accurately record, compile, and format test data into laboratory test sheets and software tools; capture clear photographic evidence of test setups and failure modes.
Maintain laboratory 5S standards, ensuring all test stations remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.
Verify calibration status of all test equipment prior to use and assist the calibration coordinator with routine equipment maintenance.
Perform other work as required.