Support Critical Materials Analysis and Testing as an Engineering Technician for our client Honeywell.

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Pay: $27.46 an hour

Shift: 2nd shift - Monday - Friday

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support materials analysis and testing activities through metallographic sample preparation and microscopic evaluation. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced laboratory equipment while supporting quality, engineering, and materials evaluation processes.

If you enjoy technical lab work, have strong attention to detail, and are eager to learn and grow in a laboratory environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Top Skills Needed

•  Ability to Work Independently

•  Effective Communication Skills

•  Basic Computer Skills

•  Willingness to Learn and Grow

•  Metallographic Sample Preparation Experience (Preferred)

•  Knowledge of Coating Systems (Preferred)

What You'll Do

Metallography & Materials Analysis

• Perform metallographic evaluations and sample preparation activities.

• Analyze materials using:

  • Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

  • Keyence Imaging Systems

  • Optical Microscopes

• Prepare samples for microscopic examination and testing.

• Support failure analysis, coatings evaluation, and materials characterization activities.

Laboratory Operations

• Follow established laboratory procedures and testing methods.

• Maintain accurate test records and documentation.

• Organize and manage testing samples and laboratory data.

• Support laboratory quality and process improvement initiatives.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Record observations and test results accurately.

• Communicate findings and observations clearly to supervisors and team members.

• Utilize basic computer applications for data entry and documentation.

Team & Continuous Learning

• Work independently while collaborating with laboratory and engineering personnel as needed.

• Support a variety of testing and analytical projects.

• Learn new laboratory techniques, testing procedures, and equipment operations.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 2-4 years of related laboratory, manufacturing, quality, or technical experience.

• Basic computer proficiency.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Metallographic sample preparation experience.

• Experience using:

  • SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope)

  • Keyence measurement systems

  • Optical microscopes

• Knowledge of coatings and coating systems.

• Materials testing or laboratory experience.

• Manufacturing, aerospace, metallurgy, or quality control experience.

What Makes You a Great Fit

•  Independent and self-motivated

•  Detail-oriented and quality-focused

•  Strong communication skills

•  Comfortable working in a laboratory environment

•  Willingness to learn new processes and technologies

•  Basic technical and computer skills

•  Interest in materials science and metallography

Why Join Us?

• $27.46/hr pay rate

• 2nd shift schedule

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced microscopy equipment

• Exposure to materials analysis and laboratory testing processes

• Supportive environment focused on learning and career development

• Opportunity to build expertise in metallography and material characterization

Apply Today!

If you have experience in laboratory work, metallurgy, materials testing, microscopy, sample preparation, or quality inspection, we'd love to hear from you.

Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Metallography Laboratory Technician and help support the analysis and evaluation of critical materials and coatings

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