Materials Engineering - Specialty Lab Technician

-; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saskatoon is seeking a Specialty Lab Technician to assist in laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of post-secondary engineering education and experience with specialized testing methods. Responsibilities include conducting materials testing and supporting day-to-day lab procedures. This position offers competitive pay, flexible benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Focus on health and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-secondary engineering education.
• Experience in specialized testing methods like Triaxial Compression and Direct Shear.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lab Operations Manager in day-to-day procedures.
• Work in the central laboratory including sample preparation and equipment maintenance.
• Conduct materials testing in accordance with defined standards.
• Perform other duties such as data entry and equipment calibration.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Post-secondary engineering education

Job description

Materials Engineering - Specialty Lab Technician

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Specialty Lab Technician based out of our office in Saskatoon. The position reports to the Lab Operations Manager.

Your role within the team:

• Assists the Lab Operations Manager in day-to-day procedures.
• Work in our Saskatoon central laboratory as required, which may include duties such as sample preparation, and cleaning/maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Conduct materials testing in accordance with ASTM, CSA, and Ministry of Highways standards on various materials such as soil, aggregate, concrete, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned such as data entry, equipment calibration and document control.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Minimum 2 years of post‑secondary engineering education.
• Experience in specialized testing methods (e.g., Triaxial Compression, Direct Shear, Permeability, SWCC, Laser PSD).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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