vulcanelements
Laboratory Technician – Materials Testing
At a Glance
- Location
- Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, United States
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Posted
- 2026-03-05T06:45:46-05:00
Key Requirements
Certifications
- SAFe
Requirements
export-controlled information or facilities.
Previous experience in a laboratory operating under accreditations such as ISO 17025, A2LA, or Nadcap.
Hands-on experience with metallographic sample preparation, inert gas fusion, combustion analysis, ICP-OES, powder rheometry, and/or differential scanning calorimetry.
Previous experience with the safe handling and use of hazardous chemicals and materials.
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain analytical test equipment including inert gas fusion (IGF), combustion analysis, inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES), powder rheometry, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC).
Prepare metallographic samples, including proper mounting, grinding, and polishing techniques for microstructural evaluation.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe working environment within the laboratory.
Safely handle chemicals and hazardous materials in accordance with established safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Record, review, and report test results accurately and in a timely manner.
Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to the development of new test methods as needed.