Structural Testing Lab Technician — Hands-on & Data-Driven

Qualtim, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

PTO 26 days (vacation/personal/sick/H

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with match

FSA

Long-Term Disability, Life, AD&D

Tuition discount on childcare

Relaxed dress code

Bonus pay based on performance

Job summary

The Center for Building Innovation (CBI) seeks a structurally-minded Lab Technician for its Madison, WI facility. The role involves hands-on setup of test rigs, fabrication of fixtures, sensor installation, and data acquisition across mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.

Ideal candidates bring carpentry and welding skills, CAD experience, and a strong eye for accurate data collection. This is an onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities for advancement into lead

Qualifications

• Ability to set up and use monitoring sensors for structural testing.
• Experience with woodworking, metalworking, and concrete test fixtures is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail for precise data collection and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Create and use drawings and resources to set up product testing.
• Set up sensors and data-collection equipment to monitor load and movement.
• Fabricate test specimens and fixtures using wood, steel, and concrete.
• Fabricate custom machine components for testing.
• Maintain complex equipment including mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.

Skills

Carpentry

Welding

CAD design

Data analysis

Technical research

Tools

Data acquisition equipment

Job description

The Center for Building Innovation (CBI) seeks a structurally-minded Lab Technician for its Madison, WI facility. The role involves hands-on setup of test rigs, fabrication of fixtures, sensor installation, and data acquisition across mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.

Ideal candidates bring carpentry and welding skills, CAD experience, and a strong eye for accurate data collection. This is an onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities for advancement into lead