Hands-On Mechanical Test Technician (Materials Lab)

Belcan; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan in Alameda, CA seeks a Mechanical Test Technician for an onsite contract role supporting materials testing for advanced engineering programs. You will assemble, maintain, and operate mechanical testing equipment, execute procedures, and generate test data.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on hardware experience, lab equipment familiarity, and strong attention to detail, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory setting and uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with hardware, mechanical assemblies, and testing equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical testing of material specimens using high-temperature systems and lab equipment.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and troubleshoot testing hardware, fixtures, and systems.
• Execute established test procedures and ensure accurate, repeatable results.
• Monitor test operations and equipment performance.
• Document operations, observations, and results with quality records.
• Collect, organize, and process test data for analysis and reporting.
• Support maintenance and calibration of lab equipment.
• Manage inventory of supplies, specimens, equipment, and consumables.
• Assist with setup and teardown of fixtures and configurations.
• Work with engineers and technicians to support projects.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in the lab.
• Adapt to multiple testing programs and changing priorities.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Collaborative lab work

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

MATLAB

Python

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Belcan in Alameda, CA seeks a Mechanical Test Technician for an onsite contract role supporting materials testing for advanced engineering programs. You will assemble, maintain, and operate mechanical testing equipment, execute procedures, and generate test data.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on hardware experience, lab equipment familiarity, and strong attention to detail, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory setting and uphold safety and quality standards.