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Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
Lead and perform laboratory test method development, test setup design, equipment maintenance, and data reporting. Supervise and train lab staff, coordinate workflow, collaborate with engineering and clients, and integrate continuous improvement and automation into testing processes.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
QUALIFICATIONS
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 global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this - we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we're one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we're always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you're working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change - in a changing world.
- Prepares instructions for test methods and procedures, quality control, and maintenance procedures.
- Examines test samples and reads measuring instruments, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions.
- Develops operating, maintenance, and test procedures based on laboratory procedures, standards and safety policies.
- Assists in scheduling, assigning, reviewing and coordinating workflow to assure proper utilization of staff.
- Directs the daily activities of designated staff.
- Collaborates with supervisor on staffing levels, performance appraisals and merit ratings of staff.
- Ensures company policies are followed in the lab areas.
- Designs, adapts or directs the building of test setups and equipment to new situations, based on analysis of test specifications and engineering personnels requests and instructions.
- Prepares purchase and material requisitions.
- Recommends solutions to observed test problems.
- Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
- Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
- Communicates with engineering personnel to receive instructions, convey data and determine equipment availability and with clients during test setup and performance to demonstrate or otherwise illustrate equipment test methods and/or discuss test results.
- Communicates with UL field representatives to discuss follow-up tests, samples, equipment, methods and/or results.
- Communicates with plant department personnel to offer suggestions pertinent to equipment needs and to arrange for delivery of samples from receiving dock.
- Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and reports.
- Develops training seminars and may assist in training laboratory staff subordinates.
- Plans tests, evaluates test results and reports opinions and interpretations.
- May assist PDEs and/or Engineering to modify existing methods or develop and validate new test methods.
- Assists in developing annual budgetary goals, capital expenditure budget for laboratory equipment, and tactical plans for the assigned laboratory section.
- Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
- Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
- Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Some University education in Engineering or a related discipline plus eight years directly related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor more junior laboratory staff.
- Highly effective written and verbal 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.
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 global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this - we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we're one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we're always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you're working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change - in a changing world.
Skills Required
- Some university education in Engineering or a related discipline plus eight years directly related experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service
- Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality
- Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor more junior laboratory staff
- Highly effective written and verbal 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
- Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing
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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive pay is positioned as broad-based, with UL stating all employees are eligible for an annual performance bonus across regions. This universal design creates a consistent incentive foundation regardless of role or country.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are described as strong, featuring a 401(k) with matching up to a total 5% and an additional 4% company retirement contribution after the first year in U.S. materials. Employees also reference access to an employee stock purchase plan in the U.S. and many major operating regions.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage breadth includes medical, dental, and vision with U.S. plans noting the company pays over 75% of medical premiums and offers PPO and HDHP options. Supportive programs like FSAs/HSAs, disability, life insurance, EAP, and mental‑health resources are frequently cited.
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The Company
What We Do
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. Our science is your advantage.
Why Work With Us
Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.
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UL Solutions Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Depending on the role we offer hybrid or remote opportunities.
Typical time on-site:
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