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Laboratory Test Engineer

UL, LLC

Northbrook, ILFull-time$92–123K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$92–123K/yr
Location
Northbrook, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Laboratory Test Engineer works in UL’s EV / Energy Laboratory, testing and evaluating products such as EV chargers, inverters, power supplies, and battery chargers. The role sets up and documents tests, interprets technical materials, maintains equipment, analyzes results, and communicates findings to engineers, laboratory staff, and customers. It may lead complex test programs and support process improvements, automation, and staff training.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Testing, nice to haveMechanical Evaluation, nice to haveTemperature Analysis, nice to haveEnvironmental Testing, nice to haveGrounding Verification, nice to haveOverload Testing, nice to haveShort-Circuit Testing, nice to haveElectrical Troubleshooting, nice to haveTest Planning, nice to haveTest Reporting, nice to haveTest Equipment Maintenance, nice to haveCalibration, nice to haveElectrical Schematics, nice to haveWiring Diagrams, nice to haveAutomation, requiredMicrosoft Office, requiredProject Management, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveCoaching, nice to haveMentoring, nice to haveInnovation, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to have

Qualifications

Engineering Degree or Equivalent Work Experience, required4 Years Work Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

What You'll Work On

The EV / Energy Laboratory tests and evaluates a wide range of innovative products, including:

  • Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers

  • Inverters

  • Power Supplies

  • Battery Chargers

  • EV Cord Reels and Connectors

  • Combiner Boxes

  • GFCI, AFCI, and LDCI Devices

Typical Testing Activities

  • High- and low-power electrical testing

  • Mechanical evaluations

  • Temperature and heating analysis

  • Environmental conditioning tests

  • Grounding and bonding system verification

  • Abnormal operation and overload testing

  • Short-circuit testing

  • Electrical and electronic troubleshooting

    • Follows complex test plans and datasheets.
  • 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 complex test programs as assigned.

  • 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 and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case.

  • Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.

  • Understands and is able to explain specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility.

  • Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups and equipment to new situations, based on test plans and instructions from engineering.

  • Trains other lab staff on these test procedures or equipment.

  • Operates and maintains complex test and support equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples with the necessary help.

  • Performs complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area.

  • May perform calibration of test equipment.

  • For a single testing technology, integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

  • Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.

  • Other duties as directed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, conduct, and document laboratory tests in accordance with established procedures, standards, and customer requirements.

  • Examine test samples and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical instructions.

  • Build, modify, and maintain test setups and laboratory equipment to support a variety of testing programs.

  • Operate specialized laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance of testing systems and work areas.

  • Collaborate with engineers, laboratory personnel, and customers to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely test execution.

  • Collect and record test data, prepare reports and documentation, and clearly communicate technical findings.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve laboratory processes, efficiency, and automation.

  • Maintain a safe, organized, and professional laboratory environment while following all safety procedures.

  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

  • University Degree in Engineering (in related field of work) as well as 4 years Work Experience.

  • 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.

  • Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor more junior laboratory staff..

  • Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with customers.

  • Proven 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.

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).

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.

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,121 open Test Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$92–123K/yr
  • US median$104–163K/yr2,110 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $107K, is 21% below the US median midpoint ($135K) — in the lowest quarter of Test Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 21 open Test Engineer jobs in Illinois and 3,121 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Test Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (2,618 postings).
Education
1,642 of the 3,121 open Test Engineer jobs (53%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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