Materials Lab Technician - Mechanical Testing & Prep

Nucor Corporation; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Towers & Structures Inc, a part of Nucor Corporation, seeks a Lab Technician in Decatur, AL to prepare, test, and document material specimens. You will perform tensile and Charpy tests, verify test results, and maintain test records in a regulated lab environment.

The role requires reading specs, operating CNC equipment, and supporting lab maintenance. A strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork is essential for success at Nucor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and technical readiness; includes reading specs and test docs.
• Associate degree or higher in Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• Experience in mechanical testing, quality control, or manufacturing environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process material samples and test specimens for mechanical testing.
• Conduct tensile and Charpy V-Notch testing according to applicable standards and supplier specs.
• Maintain accurate testing records and documentation in lab systems.
• Assist in operating lab equipment and maintaining work area and tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Analytical problem solving

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Reading technical drawings

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Tensile testing machines

Charpy impact testing equipment

CNC milling machines

CNC lathes

Job description

Nucor Towers & Structures Inc, a part of Nucor Corporation, seeks a Lab Technician in Decatur, AL to prepare, test, and document material specimens. You will perform tensile and Charpy tests, verify test results, and maintain test records in a regulated lab environment.

The role requires reading specs, operating CNC equipment, and supporting lab maintenance. A strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork is essential for success at Nucor.