Composites Testing Technician; Instron - ASTM

Position: Composites Testing Technician (Instron - ASTM)
Composites Testing Technician Instron / ASTM Testing Full-Time • $50,000–$80,000 Annually
• Excellent Benefits About the RoleEBS is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Composites Testing Technician to join our Technology team. This position supports research and development, product development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and customer projects by performing mechanical testing and analysis of structural adhesives, composites, plastics, and bonded assemblies.

If you enjoy working in a laboratory environment, solving technical challenges, and producing meaningful results that help drive product performance and customer success, we'd like to hear from you.

Why Work With Us?

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications ($50,000–$80,000)
Full-time position with opportunities for professional growth
100% employer-paid health insurance for employees after the probationary period
50% employer-paid health insurance for spouses and dependent children
401(k) with employer match after 6 months

Work directly with advanced structural adhesives used in marine, transportation, aerospace, renewable energy, composites, and industrial manufacturing applications.

Collaborative team environment supporting engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer solutions

What You'll DoPrepare and fabricate adhesive-bonded test specimens according to ASTM and customer requirements.

Operate Instron or equivalent tensile and compression testing equipment.

Perform physical and mechanical testing of adhesives, plastics, composites, and bonded assemblies.

Analyze test results and prepare detailed technical reports.

Develop and implement customer-specific testing methods and procedures.

Communicate testing results and project status to customers and internal teams.

Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and testing documentation.

Support ISO audits and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.

Review and implement ASTM, ISO, and customer testing standards.

Ensure testing is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.

Who We're Looking For Materials testing laboratories

Mechanical testing and characterization

Adhesives and bonded assemblies

Product development and R&D support

Quality assurance and technical reporting

Manufacturing or industrial laboratory environments

Preferred Experience ASTM D1002 – Metal-to-Metal Lap Shear TestingASTM D5868 – Adhesive Bonding of Plastics and CompositesASTM D638 – Tensile Properties of Plastics Compressive strength testingT-peel testing

Adhesive bonding and specimen preparationISO quality systems and laboratory documentation

Development of customer-specific test methods

What It Takes to Succeed Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Excellent technical writing and communication skills

Ability to organize and manage multiple testing projects simultaneously

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

One to two years of experience operating Instron or equivalent tensile/compression testing equipment.

Experience performing ASTM-based materials testing.

Authorized to work in the United States Before You ApplyI have experience operating Instron or equivalent testing equipment.

I am comfortable working in a laboratory environment.

I can accurately document and communicate technical results.

I have strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

I enjoy solving technical challenges and working as part of a team.

Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a Drug-Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required.o
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