NDT Technician - Appleton, WI

UL, LLC; Appleton (WI); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UL LLC is seeking a field inspector to witness performance tests, conduct safety and non-safety inspections, and evaluate test results for compliance with UL requirements. The role involves collaboration with manufacturers, customers, and authorities having jurisdiction across production facilities and field sites.

Applicants should have NDT Level II training (MT, VT, UT), strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, and excellent verbal communication. Ability to travel and work outdoors is required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required.
• NDT Classroom Training MT, VT and UT with Level II experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and technical ability.
• Strong verbal communication and client-facing skills.
• Able to work outdoors year-round and in production facilities for welding/fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Witness performance testing of pumps and electrical systems on automotive fire apparatus.
• Perform safety and non-safety certification inspections and evaluate test results against requirements.
• Use technical judgment to assess noncompliance variations and impact.
• Audit customer quality management or assurance programs as needed.
• Interact with manufacturers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and customers to conduct inspections.
• Document test results and variations and follow UL forms.

Skills

English fluency

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Physical ability

Education

NDT Level II training

Tools

Micrometers

Volmeters

UL inspection equipment

Job description

• Witnessing performance testing of water pumps and line voltage electrical systems on automotive fire apparatus, weld inspection and witnessing operational testing of aerial ladders and platforms on municipal fire pumpers and aerial devices.

• Performs safety and non-safety certification inspections, analyzes and evaluates examiniation and test results against applicable requirements.

• Uses technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application

• May audit customer quality management or assurance programs.

• Has the authority to exercise independent discretion and judgment when making technical decisions. Interprets and analyzes examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.

• Periodically reviews manufacturers programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.

• Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.

• Understands construction and test acceptance criteria and requirements of applicable sections of Standards, procedures for Special Competency required categories. Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections.

• Discusses procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.

• Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters and other UL supplied equipment to meet UL requirements.

• Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment.

• Documents examination, variations and test results to appropriate UL forms.

• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.

• Performs other duties as directed.

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• Fluency in English is required.

• Preferred applicant has completed NDT Classroom Training in MT, VT and UT with previous Level II NDT experience.

• Candidate must possess a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and technical ability.

• Strong verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.

• Ability to work outside throughout the year and inside production facilities for weld fabrication and assembly is required.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, both assisted and unassisted, work in confined spaces and elevated areas required, and verify torque on critical mounting bolts.

• Good mechanical reasoning, experience with welding and fabrication a plus.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet the client's expectations at multiple work locations.

• Punctual, responsible, attention to detail, and self-motivation are necessary.

• Dependable personal transportation is required to visit client locations in Northeast Wisconsin, this role is based in the Appleton, WI area.

What we offer:

• 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 $65,000 to $75,000 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).

Learn More:

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com ("https://www.ul.com/healthcare-and-life-sciences")

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.

UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.