Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Test Technician
Career Insights for Test Technician
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Indiana data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Test Technician assists engineers in building and installing equipment or instruments used to test other equipment, systems or products, primarily in electronics or tool and machine manufacturing. Monitors quality control testing and collect data. May test product parts, finished products or products under development.
$70,202 / year median in Indiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Test Technician Element Materials Technology United States, Indiana, Gary 2090 East 15th Avenue (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Test Technician
Job Locations US-IN-Gary
ID 2026-19993
Overview Element has an opportunity for a Test Technician to join our rapidly expanding team.
As a member of the operations team, the Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.
Salary:
$20- $25/hr DOE Responsibilities Prepares material specimens for testing
Performs tests as directed by customer specifications
At times operates under the supervision of a more senior test technician and/or a Department Manager
Interacts periodically with customers
Schedules internal calibration of equipment
Gathers and records test data
Constructs and maintains various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment to ensure proper working order with little supervision Skills / Qualifications Working knowledge of laboratory safety
HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a testing related field
Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed
Basic understanding of testing concepts
Possess computer skills
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus
Physical Demands:
Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate)
Lifting requirements: lifting 50 lbs. on occasion
Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50+lbs periodically 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.