Materials Lab Technician - Work From Home & Growth

Rimkus; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short/Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus, a global leader in engineering and forensic consulting, seeks an entry-level Materials Laboratory Technician in Mooresville, NC. You will perform diverse lab tests, assist project teams, and help manage project storage and documentation.

The role offers growth opportunities, exposure to high-profile projects, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires a Bachelor's in Materials or Mechanical Engineering, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills, poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to understand departmental operations and procedures.
• Good organizational, analytical, and interpretive skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and set priorities.
• Able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Able to meet or exceed performance competencies.
• Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on a wide variety of projects, coordinate storage, assist project managers/engineers/consultants, and help with general project management tasks.
• Occasionally interact with clients during testing.
• Coordinate storage by cataloging, organizing and documenting item status at the facility.
• Assist engineers/project managers with operating equipment and training on new equipment under supervision.
• Perform routine lab testing such as macro/micro photography, mechanical testing, Charpy impact testing, chemical analysis, and hardness testing.
• Operate polishing equipment to prepare metallographic specimens for microstructural analysis and maintain equipment/inventory.
• Work with limited supervision, using initiative and independent judgment.
• Produce standard test reports.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Metallography

Tensile testing

Chemical analysis

Lab equipment operation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rimkus, a global leader in engineering and forensic consulting, seeks an entry-level Materials Laboratory Technician in Mooresville, NC. You will perform diverse lab tests, assist project teams, and help manage project storage and documentation.

The role offers growth opportunities, exposure to high-profile projects, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires a Bachelor's in Materials or Mechanical Engineering, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and