R&D Test Technician - Materials Characterization & Lab Analysis

ACS INDUSTRIES INC; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS Industries Inc. in Lincoln, RI is seeking an R&D Test Technician to support the Research & Development team with sample preparation, test execution, and data organization.

This is a dynamic, non-repetitive testing role where priorities evolve as new products and materials are developed. The successful candidate will be hands-on, technically curious, and detail-oriented, collaborating with engineers and researchers.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in a laboratory, engineering, quality, or other technical environment preferred.
• Strong hands-on technical aptitude with ability and willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment, test methods, and processes.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel for organizing and presenting test data.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to follow technical procedures and manage changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and specimens for materials characterization using precision saws and metallographic prep.
• Perform materials analysis including optical microscopy, microhardness testing, ICP-MS, and sample digestion.
• Operate Instron systems, leak testers, test stands, furnaces, sputter coaters, and other lab equipment.
• Perform electrical resistance measurements and other material testing as required.
• Collect and present data using established formats, including tables and graphs in Excel.
• Set up equipment, calibrate, swap fixtures, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Support evaluation and initial operation of new test equipment and methods.
• Provide testing/inspection support to Quality and Manufacturing as needed.

Skills

Hands-on technical aptitude

Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Learning new equipment

Laboratory environment experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Materials Science

Equivalent technical experience

Tools

ICP-MS

Instron

SEM

CMM

DC sputter coater

Job description

ACS Industries Inc. in Lincoln, RI is seeking an R&D Test Technician to support the Research & Development team with sample preparation, test execution, and data organization.

This is a dynamic, non-repetitive testing role where priorities evolve as new products and materials are developed. The successful candidate will be hands-on, technically curious, and detail-oriented, collaborating with engineers and researchers.