Test Technician - Automotive Batteries

UL, LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Test Technician responsible for setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients. You will build and adapt test equipment, read schematics, and follow defined test plans.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong electrical knowledge, and clear communication with customers and engineers. Requires high school diploma or GED; automotive testing experience preferred; onsite work with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate's or trade school preferred.
• Prior automotive testing experience preferred.
• Strong electrical knowledge and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment and test setups for clients.
• Build/adapt setup and test equipment for tests.
• Read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and measurement instructions.
• Follow defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluate test performance and sample operation.
• Record and report test results.
• Direct staff in test setups.
• Communicate with customers during setup and operation.
• Operate designated machines and laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic calibration of test equipment.
• Read standards and testing technology with supervision.
• Initiate recommendations for new equipment designs and improvements.
• Report data to engineers and management.
• Communicate with management to improve processes.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Blueprints/schematics reading

Test method evaluation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or trade school

Tools

Test equipment operation

Automotive testing equipment

Reading datasheets

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.

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or trade school education preferred.

• Prior experience with automotive testing highly preferred.

• Strong electrical knowledge.

• Ability to work in a team.

• Strong communication skills.

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 $55,000-65,000 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 our company page www.UL.com

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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.

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