Graduate Technician

Type: Graduate
Region: London

Element has an opportunity for a

Graduate / Seasonal Technician

to join our rapidly expanding team.

As a member of the operations team in one of the various laboratories across Element, the Associate 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.

Responsibilities:

Prepare material specimens for testing

Perform tests as directed by customer specifications

Operate under the supervision of a more senior test technician and/or a Department Manager

Gather and record test data

Construct and maintain various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment

Key Skills:

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

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.