Metals Lab Technician

Prysmian • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Metals Innovation Engineering, this position is responsible for conducting for testing and lab-scale production of metal samples and prototypes relevant to the wire and cable industry. This work is conducted under the direction of metals engineers and standard guidelines and procedures.

Requirements

• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
• The ability to accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; organize work into logical process steps; use time effectively; and establish priorities
• The ability to work as an individual or as a team
• Demonstrates sound technical skills and attention to detail
• The ability to cross-train in all laboratory equipment and procedures
• Demonstrates a commitment to consistently complete tasks on time; persists in the face of obstacles; results oriented
• The ability to gather specific information to understand issues and use good problem-solving techniques
• Capable of recording/taking electrical measurements, i.e. capacitance and dissipation, insulation resistance, using a multimeter

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Associates Degree in Metals Technology or related engineering or technical field

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe laboratory environment by complying with safety rules and procedures
• Prepare custom metal alloys, melt and cast, prepare samples, and test sample preparation
• Perform physical, chemical, and electrical property testing on metallic rod/wire samples
• Perform physical, chemical, and electrical property testing on cable samples
• Perform metallographic analysis of metallic samples
• Perform root cause analysis for metallic failure samples
• Use analytical tools to identify metal composition and chemistry
• Maintain records and issue reports on test results generated
• Active participation in ITC Tech Service activities such as facility and equipment maintenance, housekeeping, safety audits, etc.
• Occasional manual lifting up to 50 pounds
• Able to lift and carry by hand various tools, materials, containers usually small to moderate in size
• Occasional use of manual material handling equipment such as dollies, carts and pallet jacks to push, pull, and/or move heavy loads short distances

Benefits

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture
• Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree