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UL, LLC Senior Laboratory Assistant- Fire Protection in Northbrook, Illinois

This role is fully onsite Monday through Friday at our facility in Northbrook, IL.

  • Builds and/or adapts unique setup and test equipment for complex tests using independent judgment.

  • Applies working knowledge of applicable test requirements and performs tests using general laboratory equipment.

  • Performs routine care of designated test equipment and work area.

  • Operates a computer to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.

  • Examines test samples, reads measuring instruments and reviews test data with supervisor.

  • Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and operational instructions.

  • Determines need for and seeks consultation from engineers or laboratory technicians.

  • Analyzes test results.

  • Operates designated laboratory equipment and tools as directed.

  • Receives instructions from and reports data to supervisor and personnel in engineering and laboratory operations as needed.

  • Prepares data sheets and records observed or calculated test results.

  • Assembles test data for appropriate distribution.

  • 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.

  • Higher Secondary Education plus one to two years related experience preferred.

  • Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.

  • Demonstrated 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 computer skills into day-to-day testing.

What you will experience working at UL:

  • Mission: 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.

  • People: 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.

  • Interesting work: 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.

  • Grow & achieve: 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.

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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

UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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