Mechanical / Electrical Test Technician

Element has an opportunity for a Mechanical / Electrical Test Technician to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision.  The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

Element Minneapolis' capabilities include military and aerospace EMI testing, shock and vibration, wind and rain simulation, blowing sand and dust, centrifuge testing, and specialized hydraulic systems testing, the Bloomington laboratory is recognized for its technical expertise, responsive customer service, and commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality results.

Salary: $24- $35/hr DOE 

• →Perform Environmental and Mechanical testing following standard or customer procedures
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  Possess an ability to construct and maintain test fixtures and other laboratory equipment to ensure proper working order based on client needs. 

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  Install and utilize various sensors (primarily pressure, temperature, and flow sensors).

• →Produce high quality test results that conform to recognized standards or customer requirements
• →Oversee multiple projects and be responsible for day-to-day activities, including updating client and coordinating and reporting activities with supervisor and other team members.
• →Install and utilize various sensors (pressure, temperature, electrical, and flow sensors)
• →Maintain datasheets, traveler documents, maintenance logs, and other essential paperwork
• →Possess independent thought and problem solving abilities, including mechanical creativity and resourcefulness
• →Summarize and report test data in a clear and concise manner
• →Keep safety and quality a top priority and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• →Maintain records and files of work and revisions
• →Perform other related duties as required

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a testing related field
• Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed
• Basic understanding of testing concepts
• Possess computer skills
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Physical Demands:

• Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate)
• Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and >50 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50+lbs periodically

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

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.