JOB DESCRIPTION
UL Solutions is searching for a Laboratory Engineer for the EMC (Electro-Magnetic Compatibility) team in Basingstoke. This is an entry-level/early career position, ideally suited to someone who has gained in the region of 12 months experience of testing in a similar environment. Ideally, this would be experience of EMC testing, but we'd also like to hear from candidates who have gained experience in testing Radio (RF) products, cellular, medical devices or other safety-related product testing.
You will be responsible for supporting and carrying out testing and certification of the latest consumer technology, to ensure compliance with the relevant EMC standards.
Our EMC & wireless technology labs in Basingstoke are the envy of the TIC industry and the best labs in the UK (recently expanded and re-built) Here, you will have the opportunity to work with the latest laboratory technology in a close-knit, friendly team-first environment.
Our full-service EMC laboratories, equipped with state-of-the-art semi-anechoic chambers, hold important accreditations and are recognized by various regulatory bodies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel
- Operates designated laboratory equipment
- Undertake testing on a wide range of products requiring certification
- General laboratory related maintenance / upkeep
- Accurately documenting test findings, which appropriately detail all aspects of testing performed
- To update the company, work systems, with details of testing and overall job status, for each item of work for which the individual is responsible
- Welcome, assist and support customers when they attend site and to confidently communicate results and/or project progress to the customer, either in person, via email or phone.
- To meet customer delivery requirements in all respects
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants are required to have at least 1 years' hands-on EMC testing experience, combined with an engineering/science-based qualification.
A genuine interest in technology is central and although not a requirement, an understanding of IT type equipment, radio technologies, such as cellular, WLAN and Bluetooth and testing equipment, including spectrum analysers and signal generators is highly desirable.
The role will also include the generation/creation of technical reports, therefore good verbal and written communication skills and an attention to detail are essential.
- 12 months + experience of EMC safety product testing, e.g. radio, wireless comms, medical devices etc
- A university degree or vocational qualifications in engineering (e.g. aeronautics) science or electronics would be desirable
- Knowledge and experience of laboratory test concepts and reporting would be ideal
- Exposure to relevant national and international regulatory requirements and standards
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- It is important that the individual can work to deadlines, to meet customer requirements.
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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
Imagine getting your hands on new technology before it hits the shelves. To dig deep and figure out exactly how it works. That's what we do. We lift the lid and test the boundaries on a huge range of products, from health-monitoring smart watches monitoring to electric vehicles loaded with the latest software. We're always looking for people who are passionate about innovation, embrace change and love new and exciting challenges. Join our team, influence emerging technology and forge a successful career at the center of safety science.
