Electrical Technician- Hazardous Locations

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Join UL Solutions as an Electrical Technician specializing in Hazardous Locations in Northbrook, IL. This full-time role involves setting up electronics testing equipment, evaluating performance, and conducting tests while collaborating with clients. The job offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and a supportive team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

401K retirement savings

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related industry or electrical experience required.
• Proven ability to innovate and be creative.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform equipment and test setups for clients.
• Build and adapt test equipment for performance.
• Evaluate test performance and test results.

Skills

Effective communication

Innovative thinking

Team-oriented

Education

Higher Secondary Education in Electronics

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

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Job Description

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Job Description

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Hazardous Locations team in Northbrook, IL. We would like this person to conduct component level Electronics Testing onsite Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients.

Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.

Examines test samples and reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions.

Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets.

Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.

Records and explains test results and completes test report.

Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.

Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision/support.

Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.

Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment.

Performs routine maintenance of your laboratory area.

May perform basic calibration of test equipment.

Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision/support.

Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.

Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management.

May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and/or test results.

Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.

Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and test reports.

May plan tests, evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations, as directed. Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Higher Secondary Education in Electronics/a related field plus three years related industry or electrical experience is required.
• PWB experience is required.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Proven 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.
  
  

Pay Transparency Verbiage :

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this position is $42,000 to $56,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

About Us

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

About The Team

Our global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this — we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we’re one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we’re always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you’re working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change — in a changing world.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Software Development

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