Rare-Earth Materials Testing Lab Technician

Vulcan Elements; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements is seeking a Materials Testing Laboratory Technician in Durham, North Carolina. This role involves performing analytical testing and materials characterization while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

You will handle various test equipment and prepare metallographic samples. A high school diploma and 1 year of relevant experience are required. The position involves working in a dynamic environment focused on national security and economic resiliency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a technician in a materials testing environment.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain analytical test equipment including IGF and ICP-OES.
• Prepare metallographic samples for microstructural evaluation.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the laboratory.

Skills

Analytical test equipment operation

Metallographic sample preparation

Quality assurance compliance

Safe handling of chemicals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IGF equipment

ICP-OES

DSC

Job description

Vulcan Elements is seeking a Materials Testing Laboratory Technician in Durham, North Carolina. This role involves performing analytical testing and materials characterization while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

You will handle various test equipment and prepare metallographic samples. A high school diploma and 1 year of relevant experience are required. The position involves working in a dynamic environment focused on national security and economic resiliency.