Mechanical Testing Technician

Job Title

Mechanical Testing Technician

Cupertino, CA 95014

100% Fully Onsite

• Conduct mechanical testing of materials (brittles, metals, adhesives etc.) using a Universal Testing Machine (UTM) and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis tester (DMA). Tests include:
  • Flexural/bending, compression/tensile, impact, fracture tests
• Prepare specimens to required geometries and surface finishes.
• Perform hands‑on assembly, disassembly and make experimental modifications to intricate hardware; troubleshoot failed tests.
• Operate optical, digital, laser, confocal microscopes to:
  • Image samples, characterize fracture surfaces and micro‑structural features.
• Ensure imaging and test compliance to relevant ASTM/ISO test standards for material evaluation.
• Record, process and report test data with traceable documentation.
• Adhere to lab safety protocols; ensure compliance within lab to all regulations and good housekeeping practices.

• 1‑year minimum related experience required.
• Working experience of materials testing using universal testing machines (UTMs) and dynamic mechanical analysis testers (DMA).
• Working experience with optical, digital, laser microscopes (Keyence microscopes etc.).
• Knowledge of safety protocols for handling fractured material samples including brittle and sharp fractured specimens.
• Excellent ability to perform hands‑on assembly, disassembly and make experimental modifications to intricate hardware.
• Motivated, meticulous and results driven; self‑driven to manage development activities in an R&D lab setting to meet team objectives and schedules.
• Strong digital literacy (Mac, Excel/Numbers, Keynote etc.).

• AS or BS degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Technology or equivalent industry experience.

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