Laboratory Technician (Environmentally Assisted Cracking Labs)

Edison Welding Institute; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Welding Institute (EWI) in Columbus, OH is seeking a motivated technician to join the Corrosion and Environmental Testing group. This role applies experience in environmentally assisted cracking, corrosion and materials testing on client-driven R&D projects.

You will operate complex laboratory systems safely in environments involving hazardous gases and contribute to ongoing R&D efforts with a strong emphasis on fracture mechanics and DCPD-based crack growth measurements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. An Associate’s or technology degree is favorable.
• 1+ years’ experience with environmentally assisted cracking test procedures.
• 3+ years operating mechanical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute billable project work according to scope, deliverables, timeline, and customer expectations.
• Provide input for internal R&D projects.
• Understand fracture mechanics principles including fatigue crack growth, fracture toughness, and S/N initiation testing in hydrogen/CO₂ environments.
• Operate complex laboratory systems safely in environments with hazardous gases (H₂, CO₂, H₂S, NOx, SOx).
• Conduct crack growth measurement using direct current potential drop (DCPD) instrumentation.
• Perform flow-assisted corrosion testing using rotating cage and rotating cylinder electrode systems.
• Maintain familiarity with corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms.

Skills

Environmentally assisted cracking

Mechanical testing equipment

Lab safety

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree (favorable)

Tools

DCPD instrumentation

Rotating cage electrode

Rotating cylinder electrode

Job description

Overview

EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing. Our associates partner with clients to provide innovative, long-term competitive advantages. We are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented technician to join our Corrosion and Environmental Testing group to apply experience in environmentally assisted cracking, corrosion and materials testing on diverse, client-driven R&D projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute billable project work according to project scope, deliverables, timeline, and customer expectations.
• Offer input for internal Research & Development projects.
• Demonstrate understanding of fracture mechanics principles including fatigue crack growth, fracture toughness, S/N initiation testing, and slow strain rate testing in hydrogen and CO₂ environments.
• Operate complex, multi-parameter laboratory systems safely in environments involving hazardous gases (H₂, CO₂, H₂S, NOx, SOx).
• Conduct crack growth measurement using direct current potential drop (DCPD) instrumentation.
• Execute flow-assisted corrosion testing using rotating cage electrode and rotating cylinder electrode systems.
• Maintain general familiarity with corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms.

Minimum Requirements

• Physical Requirements:
  • Office environment and laboratory/light production floor with ventilation, climate-control system, moderate lighting, and moderate noise level.
  • Use finger and hand dexterity to type, adjust, move, handle, perform, operate, install, attach, remove, apply, grasp, grip, manipulate, and measure.
  • Use vision to see, analyze, and adjust.
  • Frequently move, transport, rotate, reach, pull, twist, adjust position, push, stand, stoop, bend and crouch.
  • Lift 10–30 pounds frequently and 40–80 pounds occasionally.

• Education:
  • High school diploma or its equivalent.
  • Associate’s or technology degree in a relevant area of study is considered favorable.

• Experience:
  • One or more years of experience with environmentally assisted cracking test procedures.
  • Three years of experience operating mechanical test equipment.

Export Controls

This position requires access to information and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicants should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Equal Opportunity

EOE/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.

Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search and/or application process should contact Human Resources at [phone].