Mechanical Testing Technician II – Materials & Metrology

PG&E; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E's Applied Technologies Services (ATS) is seeking a skilled technician to perform mechanical and metallurgical testing in the Materials Engineering & Failure Analysis group in Danville. You will work on stainless steels, aluminum, copper, and ceramics, using mechanical test frames and microscopy to support engineering projects.

The role requires 2 years of lab experience, an AS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent, and ability to read engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• AS degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience in mechanical fabrication and lab equipment maintenance.
• Experience with material testing and metallurgy a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safety: demonstrate safe work practices at all times.
• Plan and conduct laboratory projects with team members and clients.
• Mechanical and metallurgical testing: design, setup, execute, and analyze results with guidance from an engineer.
• Housekeeping: maintain calibration and inventory of testing supplies.
• Quality Improvement: identify opportunities for lab process improvements.
• Reporting: compile detailed test data and summary reports.

Skills

Mechanical fabrication

Laboratory testing

Reading drawings

Metallurgical testing

Education

Associate of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MTS frames

Tinius Olsen

Keyence microscope

Fixture fabrication

Job description

PG&E's Applied Technologies Services (ATS) is seeking a skilled technician to perform mechanical and metallurgical testing in the Materials Engineering & Failure Analysis group in Danville. You will work on stainless steels, aluminum, copper, and ceramics, using mechanical test frames and microscopy to support engineering projects.

The role requires 2 years of lab experience, an AS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent, and ability to read engineering drawings.