Fire Safety Lab Technician – Test Rig Design & Data

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Résumé du poste

UL Solutions in Northbrook, IL is seeking a driven laboratory technician to join the R&D team, focusing on testing and research of fire and explosion safety problems, including lithium-ion battery safety. This role will design, realize and commission novel test programs, fixtures and apparatus, working with R&D engineers and senior staff to execute custom test programs for internal and external clients.

The position emphasizes laboratory testing, logistics, and hands-on work in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED required.
• 2-year engineering related degree preferred.
• Hands-on lab work and mechanical design/assembly experience required.
• Forklift, boom lift, and scissor lift operation qualifications.
• Willingness to train in firefighting in IDLH environments.
• SCBA certification capability; existing preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with high quality and customer service.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Creative problem-solving mindset.

Responsabilités

• Provides technical support in the design and construction of test fixtures, test rooms or systems and other testing programs.
• Designs, adapts and builds test setups and equipment for new test situations, based on analysis of test specifications and discussions with engineers.
• Examines test samples and interprets measuring instruments, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions.
• Develops test procedures based on laboratory procedures, standards and safety policies.
• Engages in firefighting and fire extinguishing activities in live fire tests under supervision of more senior technician staff.
• Sets and operates data acquisition suites for custom test scenarios.
• Assists in scheduling, assigning, reviewing and coordinating workflow to assure proper utilization of laboratory time and space.
• Can operate with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
• Attends meetings and uses multiple forms of communication, as needed, to complete tasks, projects, and initiatives
• Prepares purchase and material requisitions.
• Takes stewardship over laboratory spaces to ensure they remain clean, organized, operational, and up-to-date.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

Connaissances

Hands-on lab

Mechanical design

Firefighting training

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Formation

Highschool diploma

Engineering degree

Outils

Forklift

Boom lift

Scissor lift

Hand tools

Power tools

Description du poste

UL Solutions in Northbrook, IL is seeking a driven laboratory technician to join the R&D team, focusing on testing and research of fire and explosion safety problems, including lithium-ion battery safety. This role will design, realize and commission novel test programs, fixtures and apparatus, working with R&D engineers and senior staff to execute custom test programs for internal and external clients.

The position emphasizes laboratory testing, logistics, and hands-on work in a fast-paced,