Element Materials Technology
Global provider of testing, inspection and certification services for materials and products across diverse industries.
Prepare metallurgical samples for testing and support metallurgists.
4 hours ago
$19 - $23
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Brooklyn Heights, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Company Size
9,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Materials Testing
Engineering
Product Certification
Failure Analysis
Quality Control
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Fire & Building Products
Infrastructure & Environmental
Transportation
Oil & Gas
Acoustics and Sound Barriers
Adhesives, Glues, and Tapes
Advanced Materials
Role
Description
metallurgical evaluation
sample preparation
corrosion testing
data acquisition
technical support
safety procedures
- Perform metallurgical evaluations on metallic materials.
- Section, mount, and polish samples using automated equipment or by hand.
- Set up equipment and conduct metallurgical corrosion testing.
- Provide support to metallurgists and failure analysis engineers.
- Collaborate with staff to meet laboratory delivery obligations.
- Follow written and verbal safety procedures to protect self, coworkers, and visitors.
- Apply and record data using sensitive instrumentation.
- Participate in company 5S and safety initiatives.
Requirements
high school
metallurgy
microsoft office
applied math
astm
iso
- Minimum high school graduate; metallographic/metallurgy coursework preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
- Strong applied math skills (arithmetic, algebra).
- Ability to read and understand ASTM, ISO, AMS, and specific customer standards.
Benefits
Element is seeking a Metallurgical Prep Technician to safely and accurately prepare metallurgical samples for testing in line with applicable standards, specifications and customer purchase orders. The role supports clients such as Boeing, SpaceX and Blue Origin. Shift hours are 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with pay ranging from $19 to $23 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
In 2010
Year Founded
Company was born as a spin-out from Stork’s materials testing unit.
200+ Labs
Global Network
Maintains a network of over 200 laboratories across 30 countries.
£1B Revenue
Annual Turnover
Generates nearly £1 billion in revenue annually.
In 2017
Significant Acquisition
Made a bold acquisition of Exova, significantly expanding its operations.
- Ensures safety where failure isn’t an option.
- Typical projects include certifying aerospace components, testing building materials, validating energy systems, and life sciences products.
- Serves sectors such as aerospace, construction, defense, energy, life sciences, transportation, and telecommunications.
- Uniquely offers both destructive and non-destructive testing, certification schemes, calibrations, and failure analysis services.
Culture + Values
- Integrity: We do what is right. Our foundations are built on trust and accountability. We take pride in our work, and we keep our promises. We’re committed to deliver every time for our customers, and for each other.
- Care: We care about the impact we have. Creating a safer world starts with us, caring about each other and our customers. Our culture is inclusive, and everyone is welcome. We work together to create a stronger business, making a positive difference to the world around us.
- Progress: We strive to create a more positive future. We stay curious to evolve and improve every day. We grow and learn by constantly thinking about our impact and how we can do better for each other, society and the planet.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2026
Science-Based Targets
Committed to reducing absolute emissions in line with the 1.5 °C pathway.
By 2030
Net Zero Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero in direct operations.
By 2035
Global Net Zero
Targeting net zero emissions across the entire global business.
9.1 ESG Rating
Sustainalytics Score
Top score in the Testing, Inspection & Certification sector; classified as negligible risk and top 1% globally.
- Trialling electric vehicles and installing solar panels at select laboratory sites (e.g., United Arab Emirates).
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Female Representation
Leadership Diversity
Female representation in the global leadership team is targeted to reach 30%.
25% Minority Representation
Leadership Diversity
Ethnic minority representation in UK/North America leadership team is targeted to reach 25%.
Top ESG Ranking
Sustainability Performance
The company has reported a top ESG ranking, highlighting progress on diversity metrics within its Positive Impact Plan.
12hrs Volunteer Leave
Employee Benefits
Each colleague is offered 12 hours of annual volunteer leave to support community initiatives.
- Launched colleague resource networks covering racial equality, disability, LGBT+ and Women in Business.
- Provided targeted unconscious‑bias training for leaders.