Engineering Services Technician - Lab Support

The Metcut Research Corporation is responsible for providing customer data for both Research and Development and Qualification runoff programs. These tasks along with experimental evaluation of materials and their performance are completed in support of numerous industries including Aerospace, Land Transportation, Oil and Gas and many others.

• Collaborate with engineering teams and internal clients, focusing on instrumentation and testing for both standard and specialized test specimens. 
• Operate servo-hydraulic test frames equipped with MTS 458’s and FlexTest controllers.
• Manage test data processing through MS Excel and other software platforms. 
• Perform calculations, recording, and verifying testing standards, as well as calibrating and setting up complex test stations.
• Conduct measurements using various inspection techniques and tools. 
• Maintain lab support equipment and workspaces. 
• Repair defective equipment as needed. 
• Assists Laboratory Professionals and Engineers in project planning and all testing performed. 
• Managing laboratory projects that extends beyond the direct scope of testing processes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma.  An associate's degree in a technical and/or relevant test or engineering experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Familiarity with the assembly and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with the use of measurement devices and data acquisition. 
• Willing to travel locally between both company locations. 
• Possess a proactive approach and the ability to adapt to diverse laboratory tasks independently, underscoring the importance of versatility and initiative in this position.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Demonstrated success in a cross-functional team environment
• Be willing and capable of working in a hands-on testing environment
• Experience using and/or programming Labview or other data acquisition systems

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. We will require proof of status prior to employment.

Additional Information

We welcome enthusiastic, dedicated, and innovative individuals with a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, 401K match plan, bonus plan and paid vacation. We also offer challenging work and the opportunity to be a valued member of our growing and profitable team! We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

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