Test Technician
Job Locations
US-MI-Troy
ID
2025-15925
Overview
Element has an opportunity for a Test Technician (Third Shift 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.) to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team in Troy, MI, the Senior Test Technician position provides testing services to manufacturers and leading suppliers in the passenger car, light truck, bus, off-highway and military vehicle sectors. Its range of capabilities includes component and system testing, system simulation, engine performance and full vehicle structural testing.
Responsibilities
Ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols during testing activities
Review test requirements from work instructions and acquire necessary equipment and fixtures
Set up hydraulic servo test stands and possess the ability to learn lower to intermediate complex testing
Record and document data during test procedures
Build and tear down test samples and setups as needed
Communicate and collaborate with engineers from setup to test completion
Skills / Qualifications
Working knowledge of laboratory safety
HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
0-2 years' experience in a testing related field
Possess or procure a basic mechanic tool set and tool box
Strong experience in repairing, maintaining, or servicing cars, trucks, or motorcycles is highly preferred, especially in roles involving mechanical systems or vehicle performance testing
Must be able to work overtime as needed and scheduled weekends
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. often and > 50 lbs. on occasion
Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50+lbs periodically
#LI-TF1
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.
