Senior Systems & Calibration Engineer
UL Solutions · ul.com
NorthbrookSenior
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The job in short
Systems and calibration engineering.
Compliance
Details
- Found
- 5 d ago · posted 2026-10-21
- Location as listed
- Northbrook, IL, United States
- Role
- Engineer (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
• Develops, designs, documents, and/or applies new laboratory instrumentation, automated test systems, test fixtures needed for laboratory testing or in support of upgrading the laboratory infrastructure.
• Supports the installation, testing and validation of the new and/or revised instrumentation, automated systems or test fixtures to ensure quality compliance and user requirements.
• 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.
• 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.
• May assist PEs and/or Engineering to validate modified 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.
• Acts as lead for laboratory capital projects and assumes responsibility for all technical aspects, schedule, budget, vendor interaction and Facility Department support.
• Proactively seeks automation opportunities to resolve complex testing issues.
• Schedules, Calibrate, and maintains laboratory instrumentation and apparatus.
• May determine accuracy of instruments and the measurement uncertainty for equipment calibration.
• Issues calibration certificates based on internal procedures.
• As necessary, adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet more complex requirements.
• Defines the engineering units, ranges, and/or acceptance criteria of instruments to be externally calibrated based on manufacturers equipment specifications, standard requirements and/or accreditations.
• Checks, verifies and accepts calibration certificates from external calibration service provider(s).
• Develops internal procedures for laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Works with global colleagues to drive technical and operational consistency and to maintain efficiency and scalability in global laboratory instrumentation, automated systems, test fixtures and/or laboratory infrastructure within a local scope.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as directed.
• Bachelors' degree or diploma from an accredited university through a formal program of study in Engineering or relevant Engineering Discipline (such as Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology or Physics but not limited to these disciplines only).
• Generally, 6 years directly related experience in the calibration and/or development and support of laboratory instrumentation, automation tools and processes.
• Makes difficult tactical decisions even when all the information is not available.
• Leverages and embraces the diverse knowledge and expertise of the team to solve problems.
• Takes an outside-in approach, seeing, understanding and including others points of view, to problem solving.
• Ensures customer convenient solutions meet both customer and company needs.
• Demonstrates ability to proactively adapt actions through preparation and contingency plans.
• Works with the team to implement change initiatives.
• Delegates tasks appropriately.
• Builds networks across UL to promote organizational success.
• Communicates effectively in written and oral form.
• Follows instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Demonstrates a good knowledge of equipment used within the conformity assessment industry.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Proven ability to work with diverse, global teams.
• Develops and delivers clear, impactful, actionable communications to all stakeholders.
• Uses proven methods and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Is a highly trusted, direct, and truthful individual.
• Experience leading change initiatives across an organization.
• Ability to work on and/or lead sometimes complex cross-functional and cross-geography project teams.
• Ability to coach and mentor other laboratory support personnel.
• Knowledge of the most common laboratory test equipment and the principles of measurement uncertainty.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operations, maintenance and procedure manuals.
• Ability to compose routine reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to present standard information and respond to questions from individuals or small groups of internal or external clients.
What we offer:
Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $91,900 to $122,500 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
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