Materials Development Laboratory Technician

Materials Development Laboratory Technician

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The expected annual salary range for this role is $68,000 - $99,000 a year. Salary is a general guideline only and is based on skills, experience and qualifications.

• Perform advanced testing: conduct standardized and custom tests on dielectric, thermal, rheological properties, and perform FT‑IR and GC analysis on polymer compounds and transformer fluids.
• Develop and improve methods: review industry standards, prepare test programs, and create new methods to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Hands‑on lab work: mix rubber compounds, perform physical testing, collect and analyze data, and prepare clear, detailed reports.
• Support projects: assist in defining project scope, scheduling tasks, and executing activities on time while adapting to changing priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement: enhance test practices for quality and efficiency, and contribute to process improvements.
• Champion safety: maintain and improve lab safety standards, support Environmental, Safety, and Health (MESH) initiatives, and collaborate on material safety enhancements.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Comfortable with hands‑on testing and data analysis.
• Familiarity with polymer materials, rubber compounding, or analytical techniques (FT‑IR, GC) is a plus.
• Safety‑first mindset and willingness to support environmental and health programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution.
• No relocation is offered for this role. Only candidates residing within 50 miles of the Franksville, WI site will be considered. Active‑duty military members are exempt from this geographical area limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

• One or more years of experience in a lab environment.
• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or materials science.
• Experience in mechanical and analytical testing techniques.
• Knowledge of dielectric testing and optical microscopy.
• Experience in FT‑IR and GC to analyze organic groups in polymers and raw materials.
• Understanding of statistical methods and Microsoft Office.

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Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.