IEI Lab Technician

Panduit; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation and holidays

401(k) match and growth

Job summary

Panduit invites skilled Lab Technicians to join the IEI Lab to perform comprehensive electrical, mechanical, environmental, and materials testing in support of product development and certification.

You will design fixtures, develop testing methods, analyze results, and assist engineers in troubleshooting while maintaining safety and calibration schedules. The role covers cross‑functional lab work in Lockport and Tinley Park, IL, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; an Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 5–7 years of laboratory testing experience in product certification, quality, or manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with tensile, compression, torque, pull-out, impact, and other mechanical testing methods.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, calibration practices, and test equipment; familiar with UL, ASTM, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental, and materials testing per UL, ASTM, and internal standards.
• Design fixtures and test setups for standard and specialized testing requirements.
• Develop, document, and improve laboratory test methods and procedures.
• Analyze data, prepare technical reports, and participate in engineering reviews.
• Support UL audits and maintain laboratory certification.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Calibration

Data acquisition

Fixture design

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

UL/ASTM standards

Excel

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma

Technical certification

Tools

Fixture design

Data acquisition systems

Microsoft Excel

AWG knowledge

Job description

At Panduit, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company’s success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. If you’re ready to elevate your career and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our customers, make your mark with Panduit! The Industrial Electrical Infrastructure (IEI) Lab Technician performs electrical, mechanical, environmental, and materials testing activities that support product development, certification, and quality initiatives. Working closely with engineers and lab leadership, this role independently conducts testing projects, assists in developing test methods and fixtures, analyzes results, and serves as a technical resource for troubleshooting issues. In addition to supporting the Lockport Lab, this position provides testing support for materials and extrusion activities in Tinley Park, making it a dynamic, cross-functional opportunity

What You Will Do

• Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental, and materials testing in accordance with UL, ASTM, and internal standards.
• Conduct tensile, compression, pull-out, torque, impact, and other mechanical tests to evaluate product performance and reliability.
• Design fixtures and test setups for standard and specialized testing requirements.
• Develop, document, and improve laboratory test methods and procedures.
• Follow and promote safe, efficient laboratory practices.
• Define test requirements, coordinate setups, and execute testing independently.
• Analyze data, prepare technical reports, and participate in engineering reviews.
• Troubleshoot test equipment, instrumentation, and product-related issues.
• Maintain equipment, calibration schedules, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Support UL audits and activities required to maintain laboratory certification and testing designation.
• Assist with materials characterization and extrusion testing to support manufacturing and product development.

What You Will Bring

• Education: High school diploma required, Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years of laboratory testing experience in product certification, quality, manufacturing, or product development environments, ability to follow test procedures, experience with UL, mechanical, electrical, and environmental testing, hands‑on experience with tensile, compression, torque, pull‑out, impact, and other mechanical testing methods, experience with testing cable, connectors, or electrical infrastructure products preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, calibration practices, and test equipment, familiarity with UL, ASTM, and ISO standards., mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting equipment and developing test solutions, knowledge of fixture design, force measurement systems, and data acquisition tools, proficiency with Microsoft Excel and laboratory software, knowledge of American Wire Gauge (AWG) preferred.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities. excellent organization and communication skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to quality and safety.

What We Can Offer You Competitive Pay & Benefits:

• Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
• Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
• Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.
• Compensation: The expected base pay range for this role is $25 - $30 an hour. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Panduit thrives on ingenuity and enterprise. We focus on solving problems and achieving success through our comprehensive infrastructure portfolios, helping organizations navigate digital, electrical, and workforce transformations for sustainable growth.

As a leading global manufacturer of high-quality electrical and network infrastructure and connectivity solutions, we operate from our headquarters in Tinley Park, Ill., USA, and across 112 worldwide locations.

Since 1955, our commitment to our customers has remained constant, and is guided by our cultural beliefs – Earn Trust, Be Focused, Own Results, Think Differently, Collaborate, and Simplify. Together, we create exceptional solutions that support our customers’ businesses in a way that's good for them and good for the world.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future. All roles, including remote positions, require an in-person interview as part of the hiring process.

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