Laboratory Technician - Major Appliances

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Solutions in Northbrook, IL, seeks a Major Appliances Laboratory Technician to join our onsite testing team. You will set up equipment, run tests on household and commercial appliances, and ensure safety and performance standards are met.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers and direct client interaction during setups. Qualifications include higher secondary education with related experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to apply automation thinking to testing

Qualifications

• Education requires higher secondary plus related experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.
• Proven ability to think creatively and innovate in testing environments.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and capable of supporting automation in day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment and test setups for clients.
• Build or adapt test equipment to perform tests and evaluate results.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and instructions; follow defined test plans and datasheets.
• Record data, generate test reports, and communicate findings to engineers and management.
• May supervise staff in test setups and guide customers during setup and testing.
• Maintain test equipment and laboratory area; perform basic calibration as needed.
• Implement improvement ideas for accuracy and efficiency; interact with clients as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Creativity

Team player

Microsoft Office

Automation

Customer interaction

Education

Higher Secondary Education + three years related experience

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Major Appliances Laboratory Technician to join our team in Northbrook, IL. This is a fully onsite position supporting the testing and evaluation of household and commercial appliances, including cooking equipment, to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.

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

• Higher Secondary Education plus three years related experience preferred.
• 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.

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 $45,000 to $60,000 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.