Mechanical Testing Technician- Power Distribution

4 weeks ago


Northbrook, Illinois, United States UL Solutions Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
In the US, we provide lots of great benefits for our employees are their families. From Volunteer Days off to 401k match and retirement contribution benefits to flexible work location & schedule options we look to support our employees no matter what stage in life they are experiencing.

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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 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 Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflect 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.
From the adoption of electrification to the enablement of 5G and new mobility, we collectively look toward new frontiers, working for a safer world. Our science is your advantage.
Mission: Working for a safer world
ABOUT THE TEAM
Within our Energy and Industrial Automation (EIA), we provide solutions for safety, security, and performance throughout the energy, power distribution and, automation value chains. We work in a diversity of cutting-edge industries, such as: Power and Automation, Renewable Energy, Field Evaluation Services and Industrial Functional Safety. The impact of our work spreads through many business areas on a global scale yet focused locally through our collaborative team members.

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