Element is currently seeking a Full-Time Test Technician for their Materials & Analytical Lab in Warren, Ohio.
There has never been a more exciting time to be part of an automotive electronics technology company.

The industry is transforming how we interact with our vehicles to make the driving experience more enjoyable, connected, and safe. As part of our team, you’ll help us produce an entirely new and smarter architecture for tomorrow’s cars.

The Test Technician will be responsible for performing various tests on automotive components and operating lab-scale plastic processing equipment and material evaluations using benchtop thermal analysis equipment.

Test Technician - Materials & Analytical Lab Responsibilities:

• Perform root cause analysis on failed test samples and components returned from field failures including warranty, prototypes, etc.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Operate plastic injection mold machine and twin screw extruder.
• Coordinate outside services: calibrations, maintenance, etc.
• Acquire knowledge and proficiency in the use of general and specialized laboratory techniques, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Prepare/dissect test samples.
• Prepare test reports and analytical presentations.

Test Technician - Materials & Analytical Lab Qualifications:

• Must have 1-3+ years of testing or laboratory experience.
• Minimum of a two-year associate degree in an engineering discipline and/or equivalent experience (Mechanical, Metallurgy, Materials).
• Understanding of material properties.
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks - make intelligent, timely decisions, and solve problems independently.
• Effectively works with others.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to work 40-45 hours per week.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.