Materials R&D Technician

The Materials R&D Technician will operate mechanical test frames and characterization instruments to report core material data. The role involves performing mechanical testing on metals and polymers, maintaining laboratory instrumentation, and ensuring a safe and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical test frames or characterization instruments.
• Perform mechanical testing (tensile, fatigue, compression) on metals and polymers.
• Maintain calibration and upkeep of lab instrumentation.
• Document data and provide basic interpretation; flag off-nominal results.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized lab operations.
• Lead lab-improvement initiatives and promote 5S in the workspace.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years hands-on materials testing in a lab.
• Knowledge of safe lab practices with solvents and chemicals.
• Experience with thermal instruments: TGA, DMA, DSC.
• Experience with mechanical test frames: Instron, MTS.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office and JIRA.