Lead Staff Laboratory Engineer - Datacenter Testing

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Northbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 142,000 - 189,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions seeks a seasoned Laboratory Technical Leader to serve as a global expert in lab skill sets, driving standardization and safety across our datacenter testing programs. This role emphasizes coaching, training development, and strong technical communication within a multinational team.

You will guide testing methods, push digitalization initiatives, and lead safety-focused process improvements while collaborating with regional leaders to advance capabilities and ensure high-quality

Qualifications

University Degree in Engineering required. Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or HVAC Engneering preferred.
10+ years of directly related experience with datacenter power and/or cooling.
Experience with datacenter component testing preferred.
Demonstrated ability to coach and train others.
Proficient in English; communicates technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

Serves as the global expert in one or more Lab technical skill sets.
Provides technical leadership, driving consistency and competency through standardization of testing methods across Labs.
Communicates technical information in a manner which drives clear understanding, consistency and validity.
Identifies coaching, training and safety awareness opportunities and focuses on knowledge sharing.
Establishes specific criteria for competency skill sets for all Laboratory staff.
Advances global safety through identification of risks and collaboration with Labs & Operations Leadership to implement risk management strategies.
Determines effective ways to build safety into the testing process.
Leads by example, always making safety the number one priority.
Stays up to date on the latest technologies pertaining to skill set responsibilities.
Understands and shares new and updated technologies to help the Labs organization prepare for future staff and equipment needs.
Identifies how changes in the industry may disrupt the testing currently being performed.
Identifies opportunities for process efficiency through digitalization and automation.
Assists leaders in driving standardization and reducing the complexity of testing.
Engages in continuous improvement through application of Lean principles, increasing capacity and generating cost savings by eliminating waste.
Participates in the selection process for RLTL and DLTL candidates and takes a lead role in their technical development.
Develops training with clear learning objectives, addressing skill set specific criteria.
Partners with learning experts to develop creative approaches for training individuals who are primarily hands on learners.
Works with PrEs and other CAS staff to determine test methods, equipment needs and skills requirements resulting from changes or additions to technical requirements.
May provide support as a technical representative in internal meetings and committees.
Reads and follows UL Solutions Codes of Conduct and security practices.
Performs other duties as directed.

Skills

Lab leadership

Coaching/Training

Safety awareness

Lean principles

Digitalization/Automation

Knowledge sharing

Technical communication

Ability to standardize testing methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Staff development

Education

University Degree in Engineering

Job description

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Responsibilities

Serves as the global expert in one or more Lab technical skill sets.
Provides technical leadership, driving consistency and competency through standardization of testing methods across Labs.
Communicates technical information in a manner which drives clear understanding, consistency and validity.
Identifies coaching, training and safety awareness opportunities and focuses on knowledge sharing.
Establishes specific criteria for competency skill sets for all Laboratory staff.
Advances global safety through identification of risks, and by collaborating with Labs & Operations Leadership to implement risk management strategies.
Determines effective ways to build safety into the testing process.
Leads by example, always making safety the number one priority.
Stays up to date on the latest technologies pertaining to skill set responsibilities.
Understands and shares new and updated technologies to help the Labs organization prepare for future staff and equipment needs.
Identifies how changes in the industry may disrupt the testing currently being performed.
Identifies opportunities for process efficiency through digitalization and automation.
Assists leaders in driving standardization and reducing the complexity of testing.
Engages in continuous improvement through application of Lean principles, increasing capacity and generating cost savings by eliminating waste.
Participates in the selection process for Regional Laboratory Technical Lead (RLTL) and Designated Laboratory Technical Lead (DLTL) candidates and takes a lead role in their technical development.
Develops training with clear learning objectives, addressing skill set specific criteria.
Partners with learning experts to develop creative approaches for training individuals who are primarily hands on learners.
Works with PrEs and other responsible Conformity Assessment Services (CAS) staff to determine test methods, equipment needs and skills requirements resulting from changes or additions to technical requirements.
May provide support, participating as a technical representative in internal meetings and committees.
Reads and follows the UL Solutions Codes of Conduct and follows all physical and digital security practices.
Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications

University Degree in Engineering required. Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or HVAC Engneering preferred.
10+ years of directly related experience with datacenter power and/or cooling.
Experience with datacenter component testing preferred.
Demonstrated ability to coach and train others. Good writing and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in English. Speaks credibly in area of own expertise with ability to communicate technical information in a non-technical way.
Able to develop and present training materials using a variety of methods (group presentations, video, etc.).
Detailed knowledge of UL Solutions Laboratory operations and technical vocabulary common to involved skill sets.
Working knowledge of UL basic safety principles.
Working knowledge of involved test methods.
Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge in areas of expertise, including application to complex, new or unusual product testing. Working knowledge of involved industry issues, needs and problems.
Working knowledge of ULs Conformity Assessment Services, Follow-up Services and Standards development process.
Ability to perform as a respected technical resource for peers, management and constituency.

What we offer:

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimatedsalary range for this position is $142,000-189,000 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 20% 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 (80 hours).

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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

Our global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this — we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we’re one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we’re always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you’re working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change — in a changing world.

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