Laboratory Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 16, 2026. UL scores B on the Alion truth index.
Our recently upgraded SAR Laboratories in Basingstoke are where we test the latest consumer wireless electronic tech for the rate at which energy is absorbed by the human body when exposed to a radio frequency electromagnetic field.
We are now hiring for a Laboratory Engineer to join the team, where you’ll get the opportunity to perform hands-on testing, write reports for customers and help the team maintain accreditation standards.
We’re always looking for people who are passionate about innovation, embrace change and love new and exciting challenges. Join our team, influence emerging technology and forge a successful career at the centre of safety science!
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are not able to support visa applications or future sponsorship for this position.
- Setting up and preparing laboratory equipment for testing.
- Performing SAR testing on a variety of wireless products.
- Reviewing test plans and supporting test execution.
- Analyzing results and assisting with technical reporting.
- Maintaining laboratory accreditation, equipment, and documentation.
- Keeping project records up to date and ensuring timely delivery of customer projects.
- HNC or a Degree in a relevant subject, e.g. Engineering.
- 1 year to 2 years of hands-on testing experience, either with SAR or equivalent, such as RF (Radio) EMC or other Cellular testing.
- Knowledge of some of the following SAR test standards: EN 50360, EN 62311, EN 50566, EN 62209-1/-2/-1528, EN 50383/50385, FCC SAR KDB’s publication, IEEE1528, RSS 102.
- Excellent communication skills, both within the organisation and potentially with customers.
- Hard-working attitude and a flexible outlook.
- Able to work well within a close-knit team, but also happy working independently.
Total Rewards: We understand that rewards are an important consideration as you plan the next step in your career. The salary range for this position is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and other factors. This position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 5% of base salary. You’ll also enjoy annual paid leave, access to our ULS University to support continuous learning and career growth, two volunteering days each year to participate in community activities, and flexible working arrangements designed to help you balance work and life.
Disclaimer: This role is gender-neutral and open to all qualified applicants, regardless of gender identity or expression.
What you’ll experience working for ULS
UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and we’re still leading the way. From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. Our teams have influenced billions of products, plus services, software offerings and more. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science.
That’s where you come in - because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe.
This is more than a job. It’s a calling. A passion to use our expertise and play our part in creating a more secure, sustainable world today - and tomorrow. As a member of our safety science community, you’ll use your ideas, your energy and your ambition to innovate, challenge and ultimately, help create a safer world.
Everyone here is unique. But we’re also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. Join UL Solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change.
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