Materials Testing Specialist

Materials Testing Specialist

• →Perform physical, mechanical and structural tests, such as tensile, bending, hardness and adhesion tests, following international and internal standards.
• →Prepare material samples, including composites and coatings, for testing.
• →Set up, calibrate and maintain lab equipment so it is accurate and ready for daily use.
• →Record and analyse test results, spotting deviations or unusual material behaviour early.
• →Write clear, accurate technical reports that R&D teams can rely on and act on.
• →Share timely feedback on test results with the lab team and other R&D departments.
• →Help improve testing methods and procedures as you gain experience.
• →Follow lab safety rules and keep the workspace clean and organised.

• A basic understanding of material strength and standard testing methods.
• A high level of accuracy and responsibility, with the discipline to follow procedures step by step.
• Confidence working with data: recording, checking and interpreting results carefully.
• Good written and spoken Latvian and English, so you can read technical documents and write reports for an international team.
• Clear communication and the willingness to raise unexpected results promptly.
• Previous experience in materials testing, lab work or with measuring equipment is an advantage, but we are happy to train an entry-level candidate.