We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Mechanical Test Technician to join our team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining mechanical testing equipment to evaluate materials, components, and products in accordance with established procedures, standards, and safety requirements. This role is ideal for someone with a technical background who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and ensuring high-quality testing results.

Salary: $22- $25/hour (Depending on Experience) + $3.00 Shift Differential 

• Perform mechanical testing on materials and components (e.g., tensile, compression, hardness, fatigue, and vibration tests).

• Set up, calibrate, and operate test equipment and data acquisition systems.

• Prepare test specimens, fixtures, and test setups according to test procedures.

• Record, analyze, and document test data with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Support engineers and quality teams in interpreting results and troubleshooting issues.

• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized laboratory/test area.

• Assist with preventive maintenance and calibration of test equipment.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and efficiency.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or technical certification in Mechanical Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.

• Hands-on experience with mechanical test equipment (Instron, MTS, or similar) is an advantage.

• Basic understanding of mechanics, materials, and measurement principles.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) or similar software for reporting.

Work Environment: 

• Part-time role, approx. 15–25 hours per week (schedule flexible, may include evenings or weekends depending on project needs).
• 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.