Laboratory Assistant - Building Façade Testing (Cladding/Rainscreen)

JOB DESCRIPTION
UL Solutions' Built Environment department in Telford is hiring! The PMU (Performance Mock-Up) team is looking for a Laboratory Assistant who will be focused on assisting the Lab Technicians and Engineers during testing of rainscreen cladding and curtain wall products. This will include setting up test rigs, assisting with the testing process and reporting post-testing.
Largely working in outdoor environment (mainly physical work, but desk-based tasks required such as filling in excel/word templates as well as completing training).
This is a great opportunity for someone who's seeking variety in their role, as at UL Solutions, no two days are the same! You also have a genuine opportunity to grow your career here, in a small, close-knit team with good people. The aim for this role would be to progress within our engineering function, from Laboratory Technician to Engineering Technician.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in testing rainscreen cladding and curtain walling systems. Setting up and preparation of test samples, materials and equipment.
• Diligently follows test procedures, standards and requirements.
• Operates designated machines, special laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
• Routinely carries out maintenance to test rigs, and test equipment.
• Receives instructions from and reports to supervisor and personnel in engineering and laboratory operations as needed. Assists in recording observed data on appropriate UL forms.
• May support in preparation of instructions for test methods and procedures
• May support in the preparation of test reports.
• Manual and physical work included.
• Examines test chambers/samples, reads drawings and measuring instruments.
• Develops knowledge of applicable test requirements and operational instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work manually, building rigs, new jigs, set up of equipment.
• Ability to use hand/power tools to a high standard.
• Ability to interpret technical information and understanding technical plans and drawings would be beneficial.
• Ability to work well within the Microsoft office suite.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Good team player with ability to work individually as well.
• Enthusiasm to learn and good interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and good work ethic.
• CSCS card - desired
• Forklift Truck license - desired
• Telehandler license - desired
• IPAF license (Scissor Lift/Cherry Picker/Lanyard) - desired

#LI-AV1
#LI-Onsite
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 buildings don't just shape our skylines - they provide the backdrop to our lives. And knowing they're safe matters. We've been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining our expertise with innovative new technologies to help make sure both people and property are secure. As more people have to deal with extreme weather, we're on hand to test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether we're simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do on our team is used in buildings around the world to - quite literally - help save lives. Join our team and build your skills, build innovative solutions and help build a safer world.