Laboratory Engineer

Laboratory Engineer

Job Description

• Follows complex defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision /support.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results and completes test report.
• Serves as Project Lead for simple test programs as assigned with the necessary assistance.
• Communicates project status and results as needed.
• Holds responsibility for defining test plan, report completion and accuracy, meeting of agreed deadlines, and managing project related activities.
• Examines complex customer samples with help and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case.
• Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Understands specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility.
• Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups and equipment for assigned work, based on test plans and instructions from engineering.
• Operates and maintains complex test equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples.
• Performs complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area.
• May perform complex calibration of test equipment Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques for both process and equipment.
• Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices..
• Other duties as directed.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Engineering (in related field of work) or equivalent work 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.

• 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 automation into day-to-day testing.

• Required Skills

• Ability To Work Proactively

• Assembly Technician

• Communication Skills

• Compliance Regulations

• Data Analysis

• Data Recording

• Digital Concepts

• Electrical Testing

• Electronic Test Equipment

• Engineering Procedures

• ISO/IEC 17025

• Lab Procedures

• Laboratory Safety

• Lean Principles

• Measurement Conversion

• Microsoft Office

• Presentation Skills

• Product Testing

• Program Management

• Project Management

• Quality Management System

• Task Automation

• Time Management

• Writing Communication Skills