Mechanical Technician (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Element is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join its growing team. The role is a hands-on position in a commercial mechanical testing laboratory, involving the operation of complex mechanical testing equipment, instrumentation, and data-capture equipment. The technician will interpret internal and client requirements, maintain accurate records, and contribute to reporting, data interpretation, and analysis. The role also includes supervising allocated staff and managing the day-to-day activities of the relevant discipline, along with other laboratory duties carried out in accordance with Element’s procedures, quality requirements, and Health and Safety system. The position offers an opportunity to develop a career within Element, a global testing, inspection, and certification business. Element describes its work as helping customers ensure that products, materials, processes, and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.
Requirements
- Good general education, including English and Maths.
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant materials-related discipline.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude and a sound mechanical bias.
- Self-motivation and the ability to multitask, organize work, and perform under pressure in a busy commercial mechanical test laboratory.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A team-player attitude.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in an appropriate engineering environment.
- Experience working in a mechanical testing environment.
- An understanding of a recognized Quality Management System, such as ISO 17025.
Responsibilities
- Interpret internal and client requirements.
- Supervise allocated staff and manage the day-to-day activities of the relevant discipline.
- Operate complex mechanical testing equipment.
- Maintain accurate and systematic records.
- Perform other duties to meet the demands of the laboratory.
- Perform general duties in accordance with Element's internal procedures, quality requirements, and Health and Safety system.
- Apply instrumentation and set up complex data-capture equipment.
- Write reports and perform data interpretation and analysis.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
