Find & Apply For Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Daleville, Indiana

Overview Element has an opportunity for a Mechanical Test Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. Element Daleville is a materials testing laboratory located in Daleville, Indiana, supporting aerospace, defense, and critical manufacturing customers across the region. Core capabilities include mechanical testing, metallurgical evaluation, and chemistry testing for metals and alloys used in high-performance applications. Services include tensile testing (room and elevated temperature), hardness testing, Charpy and Izod impact testing, metallography and microstructural evaluation, weld testing and welder qualification support, macroetch and weld macro examination, heat treatment services, stress rupture and creep rupture testing, and metallurgical failure analysis support. If you are not currently authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, Element Materials Technology will not consider your job application. Any candidate must be lawfully eligible to work in the US as a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

Salary:

$27- $32/hr DOE Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and execute mechanical testing programs for metallic materials and components, including ferrous and non-ferrous alloys Perform and oversee testing activities including: Tensile testing at room and elevated temperatures Hardness testing (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, and related methods) Charpy and Izod impact testing Stress rupture and creep rupture testing Weld testing and welder qualification support Metallographic preparation and microstructural evaluation Macrotech and weld macro examination Heat treatment processing and verification Metallurgical failure analysis support Develop test plans, procedures, and technical reports based on customer specifications, industry standards, and laboratory capabilities Analyze test data, identify trends, and provide engineering interpretation of results Support metallurgical evaluations including grain structure analysis, phase identification, weld characterization, and material condition assessments Assist customers with material qualifications, process validation, and product performance evaluations Ensure testing is performed in compliance with ASTM, ISO, customer-specific requirements, and laboratory quality systems Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical testing equipment and laboratory instrumentation.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Maintain accurate documentation and support internal and external audits. Provide technical guidance and support to laboratory technicians and junior engineering personnel.

Skills / Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related science/testing discipline Minimum of 2 years of pertinent post-degree engineering experience in mechanical testing, materials evaluation, metallurgy, or laboratory testing; advanced academic qualifications or equivalent professional experience may be considered Understanding of mechanical properties of metals and alloys, including strength, ductility, toughness, fatigue, creep, and fracture behavior Experience interpreting engineering drawings, material specifications, test standards, and customer requirements. Ability to analyze technical data and prepare clear, concise engineering reports Strong attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and data integrity Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a TIC, materials testing laboratory, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or other regulated industry environment Familiarity with ASTM standards related to mechanical testing and metallurgical evaluation Experience with metallographic sample preparation, microscopy, and microstructural analysis Knowledge of welding processes, weld qualification requirements, and weld inspection methods Experience supporting failure analysis investigations Familiarity with laboratory quality systems such as

ISO/IEC 17025

Technical Skills Mechanical testing equipment operation and data interpretation Materials characterization techniques Metallography and optical microscopy Metallurgical evaluation of metals and alloys Technical report writing and engineering documentation Data analysis and problem-solving Work Environment The Mechanical Test Engineer works in a laboratory environment supporting advanced materials testing programs for demanding applications. The position requires hands-on interaction with testing equipment, materials, and laboratory processes while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and quality.

Pay:

$56,000.00 - $66,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program

Work Location:

In person