Mechanical Engineering Technician

Mechanical Engineering Technician Element Materials Technology United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis May 07, 2026 Mechanical Engineering Technician Job Locations US-MN-Minneapolis

ID 2026-18812

Overview Element has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our rapidly expanding team. At Element our shared purpose of 'Making tomorrow safer than today' is what brings us together. We are energized by our ambition to make the world a better place and create a safer future. This is what sets us apart from the crowd.

Salary:

$24- $32/hr DOE Responsibilities Perform general duties in accordance with Element's internal procedures, quality as well as Health and Safety system Following all written procedures Interpretation of internal and client requirements Apply an array of testing techniques in a rational and practical style to help examine issues and build solutions Operating testing equipment Maintain in-depth knowledge of test standards, product test procedures, and instrumentation. Application of instrumentation and the setting up of complex data capture equipment Report writing, data interpretation and analysis Perform other duties to fulfil the demands of the laboratory Maintain client confidentiality at all times Skills / Qualifications Mechanical Engineering Degree or experience working within a mechanical testing environment preferred Hands-on job Strong mechanical aptitude Strong technical knowledge Strong computer skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to analyze and compile testing data from the tests performed Self-motivated with the ability to multitask, organize and work under the pressure of a busy commercial test laboratory Working knowledge of laboratory safety In-depth understanding of testing concepts Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.