Mechanical Test Engineer

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Mechanical Test Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision.

Element Daleville is a materials testing laboratory located in Daleville, Indiana, supporting aerospace, defense, and critical manufacturing customers across the region.

Core capabilities include mechanical testing, metallurgical evaluation, and chemistry testing for metals and alloys used in high-performance applications. Services include tensile testing (room and elevated temperature), hardness testing, Charpy and Izod impact testing, metallography and microstructural evaluation, weld testing and welder qualification support, macroetch and weld macro examination, heat treatment services, stress rupture and creep rupture testing, and metallurgical failure analysis support.

If you are not currently authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, Element Materials Technology will not consider your job application. Any candidate must be lawfully eligible to work in the US as a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

Salary: $27- $32/hr DOE

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute mechanical testing programs for metallic materials and components, including ferrous and non-ferrous alloys

Perform and oversee testing activities including:

Tensile testing at room and elevated temperatures

Hardness testing (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, and related methods)

Charpy and Izod impact testing

Stress rupture and creep rupture testing

Weld testing and welder qualification support

Metallographic preparation and microstructural evaluation

Macroetch and weld macro examination

Heat treatment processing and verification

Metallurgical failure analysis support

Develop test plans, procedures, and technical reports based on customer specifications, industry standards, and laboratory capabilities

Analyze test data, identify trends, and provide engineering interpretation of results

Support metallurgical evaluations including grain structure analysis, phase identification, weld characterization, and material condition assessments

Assist customers with material qualifications, process validation, and product performance evaluations

Ensure testing is performed in compliance with ASTM, ISO, customer-specific requirements, and laboratory quality systemsOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical testing equipment and laboratory instrumentation.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Maintain accurate documentation and support internal and external audits.

Provide technical guidance and support to laboratory technicians and junior engineering personnel.

Skills / Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related science/testing discipline

Minimum of 2 years of pertinent post-degree engineering experience in mechanical testing, materials evaluation, metallurgy, or laboratory testing; advanced academic qualifications or equivalent professional experience may be considered

Understanding of mechanical properties of metals and alloys, including strength, ductility, toughness, fatigue, creep, and fracture behavior

Experience interpreting engineering drawings, material specifications, test standards, and customer requirements.

Ability to analyze technical data and prepare clear, concise engineering reports

Strong attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and data integrity

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a TIC, materials testing laboratory, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or other regulated industry environment

Familiarity with ASTM standards related to mechanical testing and metallurgical evaluation

Experience with metallographic sample preparation, microscopy, and microstructural analysis

Knowledge of welding processes, weld qualification requirements, and weld inspection methods

Experience supporting failure analysis investigations

Familiarity with laboratory quality systems such as ISO/IEC 17025

Technical Skills

Mechanical testing equipment operation and data interpretationMaterials characterization techniques

Metallography and optical microscopy

Metallurgical evaluation of metals and alloys

Technical report writing and engineering documentation

Data analysis and problem-solving

Work Environment

The Mechanical Test Engineer works in a laboratory environment supporting advanced materials testing programs for demanding applications. The position requires hands-on interaction with testing equipment, materials, and laboratory processes while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and quality.

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Diversity Statement

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.