Laboratory Technician

Ul Solutions; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Solutions in Lowell, AR conducts rigorous testing by setting up and executing client test setups, adapting equipment as needed and interpreting blueprints and schematics. The role follows defined test plans, records results, and prepares detailed reports while maintaining the lab and equipment.

You will interact with clients during setup, work with engineers on test methods, and contribute to continuous improvement in procedures and equipment design.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating test equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Follows defined test plans and datasheets.
• Capable of recording data and preparing test reports.
• Basic calibration and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to communicate with clients during setup.
• Collaborates with engineers to discuss test methods.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment and test setups for clients.
• Builds/adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
• Examine test samples; read blueprints and diagrams.
• Follow defined test plans and datasheets.
• Record and explain test results; complete test reports.
• Direct staff in test setups when needed.
• Communicate with customers during setup to ensure proper evaluation.
• Operate designated machines and laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of test equipment and lab area.

Skills

Equipment setup

Test equipment adaptation

Reading blueprints/schematics

Following test plans

Data collection and reporting

Calibration

Maintenance

Customer communication

Supervision

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Job description

• 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.