Systems & Calibration Technician

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At UL, we know why we come to work.:
Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. 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. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely

As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for two young and dynamic
** Systems & Calibration Technicians **to be based at our Laboratory in Carugate (MI) and available to travel around 25-30% of the time.

What you’ll learn & achieve:
After some initial training, the role provides laboratory technical support including the calibration, fabrication, setup, verification, maintenance and repair of laboratory instrumentation, automated test systems and test fixtures where basic knowledge of the underlying scientific and engineering fundamentals is required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Operates designated laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
- Responds to user requests to repair and/or modify existing laboratory instrumentation, automated systems and test fixtures.
- As applicable, records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms as the record of laboratory support activities. May plan laboratory support activities, and evaluate results, as directed.
- Builds, installs, tests and validates new instrumentation, automated systems and test fixtures for laboratory tests and processes to ensure they meet technical and user requirements.
- Ensures both new and existing test systems meet safety requirements and compliance with the local laws.
- Updates and maintains automation hardware and/or software as needed.
- Prepares technical documentation such as manual instructions for hardware and software, calibration procedures, test method validations, etc.
- Advises and trains others on the use of laboratory instrumentation, automated systems and test fixtures,.
- Assists in developing annual budgetary goals, capital expenditure budget for laboratory equipment, and tactical plans for the assigned laboratory section.
- Proactively seeks automation opportunities to resolve complex testing issues.
- Ensures customer convenient solutions meet both customer and company needs.
- Defines the engineering units, ranges, and/or acceptance criteria of instruments to be externally calibrated based on manufacturer’s equipment specifications, standard requirements and/or accreditations. Checks, verifies and accepts calibration certificates from external calibration service provider(s)
- Operates a computer to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.
- Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
- Read and follow the UL Standards of Business Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices

What makes you a great fit:

- Graduate from a Technical College
- Understanding of calibration, fabrication, setup, verification, maintenance and repair of laboratory instrumentation, automated test systems
- Good knowledge of Office Package and English
- Travel Availability 25-30% time

What you’ll 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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Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.