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UL Solutions · 10 hours ago

Electronics Technician - Intrinsic Safety

Northbrook, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$52K/yr - $56K/yr

UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, and they are seeking an Electronics Technician for their Hazardous Locations laboratory team. The role involves setting up and performing tests on equipment, adapting test setups, and ensuring accurate evaluation of test results.

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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

Qualification

Component-level electronicsSolderingDe-solderingOscilloscopesPower suppliesMicrosoft OfficeAutomation in testingCreativeUnderstanding OHM's lawEffective communicationTeam-orientedInnovative

Required

2 years University education in a related discipline or Engineering (in related field of work) or 4-year University degree in other field

Candidate must have previous experience in working with electronics and have soldering and de-soldering experience with component level electronics

Previous electrical knowledge working with board/component level electronics

Must understand OHM's law and must have expanded experience in working with Oscilloscopes, power supplies, power analyzers, AC and DC load banks, and resistors

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

Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers