EMC Laboratory Technician - 2nd shift

UL Solutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Laboratory Technician for our Research Triangle Park, NC location. This full-time, on-site role operates on 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:00pm EST or 4:00pm-12:00am EST) with training during 1st shift (6:00am-2:00pm EST) that can last from 6 months to a year before transition.

Responsibilities include setting up and testing equipment, reading schematics, documenting results, and supporting engineers.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of electrical principles and concepts.
• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment, testing, or troubleshooting.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Proven ability to be innovative and creative.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is a must.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment and test setups for clients.
• Builds/adapts test setups for performance testing.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, instruments.
• Follow defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluate test performance and sample operation.
• Record and report test results accurately.
• May direct staff in test setups and assist customers during setup.
• Maintain designated test equipment and laboratory area.

Skills

Electrical principles

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity/Innovation

Automation testing

Education

2-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology/Electronics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Laboratory Technician will test the ability of electronic equipment and systems to function properly in their shared environment without causing or suffering from unacceptable electromagnetic interference.

This is full-time, an onsite role requiring 5 days a week in our Research Triangle Park, NC location working 2nd shift hours (2:00pm - 10:00pm EST or 4:00pm - 12:00am EST). Training for this role will be during 1st shift (6:00am - 2:00pm EST) hours. Training may last anywhere from 6 months to a year before transitioning to 2nd shift hours.

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.
• May direct staff in test setups.
• 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 designated test equipment and 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

• 2-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field required.
• Basic knowledge of electrical principles and concepts.
• Previous hands-on experience with electrical equipment, testing, or troubleshooting is a plus.
• 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.

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

Imagine getting your hands on new technology before it hits the shelves. To dig deep and figure out exactly how it works. That's what we do. We lift the lid and test the boundaries on a huge range of products, from health-monitoring smart watches monitoring to electric vehicles loaded with the latest software. We're always looking for people who are passionate about innovation, embrace change and love new and exciting challenges. Join our team, influence emerging technology and forge a successful career at the center of safety science.