Laboratory Technician (Apprentice/Co-Op)

The Engineering Technician co-op position involves aiding other Engineering Technicians in the set up and testing of various material characteristics.  Under general supervision, performs both routine and component testing to support total lab operations.

Principal Duties

• Performs specimen instrumentation, frame set up and testing of a mix of standard test specimens.


• Performs test data recording utilizing a variety for acquisition equipment.


• Performs calculations and verification of test results to standards.


• Assembles and calibrates standardized material testing stations.


• Maintains lab support equipment and work areas, repairing defective equipment as needed.


• Assists Specialists and Engineers in project planning.


• Performs material conditioning operations.


• Operate and maintain standard test equipment.


• Prepare test sample and fixture drawings for manufacture.


• Analyze test results regarding design specifications and test objectives.


• Perform measurements utilizing various inspection techniques/tools.


• Performs standardized test on both EM and servo-hydraulic test frames.


• Basic knowledge of equipment and infrastructure.

Education and Experience

High school graduate

Mechanical associates degree or related field in process