Performs FCC SAR certification testing for mobile and wireless devices, including test planning, equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, results analysis, and report completion. Leads complex testing projects, communicates with customers, trains laboratory staff, supports continuous improvement, and incorporates automation into testing workflows.
JOB DESCRIPTION
SAR Senior Laboratory Engineer
Perform US FCC SAR(Specific Absorption Rate) certification tests on mobile and wireless devices.
QUALIFICATIONS
SAR Senior Laboratory Engineer
Perform US FCC SAR(Specific Absorption Rate) certification tests on mobile and wireless devices.
- 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 or Reviewer 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.
- Serves as an expert in specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility.
- Directs, builds and/or adapts complex 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, maintains and calibrates complex test and support equipment appropriately to measure and test customer samples. Performs complex maintenance on designated test equipment and laboratory area.
- For single testing technologies, 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.
- Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics from an accredited program plus generally eight years of directly related work experience.
- Or equivalent education and 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.
UL Solutions Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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