Mechanical Lab Technician

Harris Products Group; Euclid (OH); Hybrid; USD 81,576,000 - 110,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a skilled testing technician to perform mechanical and microscopy testing to support manufacturing and new product development. You will use established procedures, collect data, and report results to engineers and technicians.

The role requires hands-on testing, equipment maintenance, and adherence to safety practices. It also involves contributing to continuous improvement efforts within the 2025 strategy and Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Vocational Training or GED with significant related experience.
• Experience with mechanical and microscopy test methods is required.
• Ability to follow defined procedures and work with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical and microscopy testing services to support manufacturing and product development.
• Operate and maintain test equipment; perform data collection and calculations.
• Maintain records, ensure safety, and contribute to Lean/5S initiatives.
• Assist with training and support across teams as needed.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Microscopy testing

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Vocational Training

GED with 7+ years experience

Tools

Test equipment

MS Office

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential "Linc" that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Euclid - 22801
Function: Manufacturing
Pay Range: ($28.45/hr - $38.46/hr)
Target Bonus: 8.0%
Req ID:29226

Purpose

Provide high quality, timely mechanical and microscopy testing services to support manufacturing and product development.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical support and test services to engineers and scientists in areas such as production, operations, maintenance, safety, quality, process improvement, R&D and product development.
• Uses schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on metal tensile bars, impact test specimens, weld specimens, weld consumable products, and machine components.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles and manipulates technical data using established formulae and procedures and performs detailed mathematical calculations. Understands and can explain the basic mechanical and microscopy test theory and machine operation. Reports results and keeps thorough records.
• Maintains assigned test equipment, including preventive maintenance and minor repairs, and ensures devices are operating correctly and safely. Keeps assigned work areas clean.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy, including continuous improvement (Lean / 5S) activities.

Requirements

• Vocational Training and 5+ years of experience required; or GED with 7+ years in a related field, but does not require a university degree.
• Has full proficiency in a range of technical processes or procedures (or deep skills in a single area) through job-related training and considerable work experience.
• Completes a variety of atypical assignments, and is capable of multi-tasking.
• Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments, and install new equipment.
• Works with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignments. Also works well as part of a team, and supports a cooperative work environment.
• Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience and assists with their training.
• Computer proficiency, including use of Microsoft Office and other software.
• Must be self-motivated, and dedicated to safe work practices and product quality.
• Capable of lifting loads up to 60 pounds, as well as changing and securing tensile test jaws and fixtures to test different types of specimens.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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