Join our dynamic team at the NBK Lighting Lab in Northbrook, where we specialize in testing luminaires, LEDs, and LED drivers. This is a full-time, on-site position (Monday through Friday), ideal for individuals who are passionate about lighting technology and eager to contribute to a collaborative and innovative lab environment. As a Lighting Lab Technician, you will be responsible for hands-on testing and evaluation of lighting products, supporting product development and quality assurance efforts. You’ll work closely with engineers and other lab personnel to ensure products meet performance and safety standards. What We’re Looking For We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and technically curious individual who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys problem-solving, embraces new technologies, and is eager to grow within the lighting industry. + Set up and operate test equipment for evaluating luminaires, LEDs, and LED drivers. + Build or adapt test setups based on datasheets, schematics, and engineering instructions. + Perform tests following defined procedures and document results accurately. + Analyze test performance and assist in troubleshooting issues. + Communicate with customers and internal teams during test setups and evaluations. + Maintain lab equipment and perform basic calibrations as needed. + Support continuous improvement by suggesting enhancements to test processes and equipment. + Operate with minimal supervision while adhering to safety and quality standards. + Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary technical education or three years of relevant experience preferred. + Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) is essential. Experience with lab equipment and data acquisition tools is a plus. + Automation: Ability and willingness to incorporate automation into daily testing tasks. + Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with internal teams and external customers. + Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment. + Innovation: Proven ability to think creatively and contribute to process improvements. What you'll experience working at UL: + 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 $40,000 and $56,000 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). #LI-BD1 #LI-Onsite 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.