Radio Engineer (Entry-level / Trainee)

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At UL, we know why we come to work.

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

What You’ll Learn & Achieve

UL Consumer, Medical & Information echnology

The consumer electronics industry is one of the most competitive – but also one of the most complex when it comes regulatory and environmental requirements. With the help of UL’s responsive industry specialists, manufacturers can navigate the complex maze of consumer electronics testing, while still keeping on top of low margins, innovations and the discerning user.

We are always on the look-out for people wanting to take their first step into an electronics / engineering environment and can offer full training, development and a rewarding career!

UL specialises in testing and certifying of consumer electronics including Wireless, Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC), Radio (RF) and Safety Testing.

That makes us an ideal partner to help electronics manufacturers achieve rapid compliance, manage risk – and still reach market targets. Our dedicated engineers and advisers make the process as expedient as possible.
Role and Scope
This is a junior / trainee-level Laboratory opportunity within the UL Consumer, Medical & Information Technology team, ideally suited to someone who has recently gained vocational engineering, electronics or science - based qualifications and has a huge passion for electronics or technology. UL will provide appropriate on the Job training and development to support the successful applicant.

You will work as part of teams that carry out Radio / RF Testing or Wireless certification.

Duties

• Radio /RF type approval testing on a wide range of products, requiring certification.

• Calibration of equipment and general laboratory related maintenance / upkeep.

• Generation of technical reports, which appropriately detail all aspects of testing.

• To update the company work monitoring systems with accurate details of testing and overall job status, for each item of work for which the Laboratory Technician is responsible.

• To meet customer delivery requirements in all respects.
  
  

What Makes You a Great Fit

Applicants are required to have some level of engineering/science based qualifications and a willingness to learn. The role will also include the generation/creation of technical reports therefore good verbal, written communication skills and attention to detail is essential.

A basic understanding of radio technologies (LTE, WCDMA, WLAN, and Bluetooth) and testing equipment including spectrum analysers and signal generators is desirable.

What You’ll Experience Working At UL

• Mission For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.

• Interesting work Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customer s create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & Achieve We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards
  
  • Competitive remuneration package with yearly bonus
  • 25 days annual leave, which increases based upon length of service
  • Friendly environment and collaborative colleagues
  • 2 paid days of volunteering days a year
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Medical Health Care
  • Pension Plan
  • Free fruits, coffee & tea at our facility
  • Brand new, well located facility one of the most modern testing laboratories in the United Kingdom
  • Awesome canteen with best barista in the country
  • Casual dress code
  • Training and Development (provided by UL University).
    
    

Learn More

Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com

UL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our Talent Acquisition team can provide further information and support reasonable adjustments that a person may require during the interview process. You can read more about our commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive environment here https//www.ul.com/about/diversity or contact our Talent Acquisition team regarding specific needs here recruitmenteurope@ul.com