• Mechanical Technician

    Element Materials Technology (Houston, TX)


    Overview

     

    Element has an opportunity for a **Fracture Mechanics Testing Technician** to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills and advance your career within a leading global Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) company. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, executing, and documenting mechanical testing procedures focused on fracture mechanics. You will work closely with engineers and fellow technicians to ensure accurate, high-quality test results that meet client and industry standards.

     

    Salary: $23- $28/hr DOE

    Responsibilities

    + Perform fracture mechanics testing, including fracture toughness evaluations, in accordance with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO).

    + Prepare and machine test specimens using saws, grinders, and other mechanical equipment.

    + Set up, calibrate, and operate test equipment and data acquisition systems.

    + Accurately record and analyze test data, maintaining detailed documentation and test reports.

    + Interpret specifications, work instructions, and technical drawings.

    + Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to all safety procedures and company policies.

    + Communicate test progress and results with team members and engineering staff.

    + Lift and move materials and equipment (up to 35 lbs).

    + Support continuous improvement and equipment maintenance initiatives.

    Skills / Qualifications

    + HS Diploma or GED.

    + Solid foundation in English and mathematics

    + Sound mechanical bias

    + 1 + years of experience in an relevant in a labortory, manufacturing or engineering environment

    + Experience of working within a mechanical testing environment is a plus

    + An understanding of a recognised Quality Management Systems such as ISO 17025 is a plus

    + Self motivated Technician with the ability to multi task, organize and work under the pressure of 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

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role involves handling and setting up test specimens and equipment, which requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or sit or bend or crouch for extended periods. Proper training, personal protective equipment (PPE), and support are provided to ensure your well-being and success on the job.

     

    Company Overview

     

    Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

     

    When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

     

    While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

     

    Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

     

    Diversity Statement

     

    At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

     

    All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

     

    **Job Locations** _US-TX-Houston_

    **ID** _2025-15973_