Element has an opportunity for an Associate Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. The engineer position must be proficient in a number of core business and technical skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities Perform coatings testing related to qualification tests on heat shrink sleeves, product qualification tests on elastomers and polymers based on international standardsPerform sour and non-sour corrosion testing on various ferrous and non-ferrous alloys as applicablePerform metallurgical examination (like macro examination, microstructure examination, grain size, inclusion count, banding index, phase balance, nodularity)Ability to support in performing mechanical testing with a minimum hands-on experience in tensile testing, bend testing, charpy impact testing, hardness testingProvide technical and engineering inputs and support the development of new technologies within the laboratoryBe responsible in ensuring accurate and timely release of test data to customers for sign-off by technical leads and maintain records of quality control data as requiredBe expected to obtain valuable inputs and ownership in non-routine situation testingHave the ability to oversee standard and/or routine technical problem-solving activitiesInteract with customers and witness representatives on the test procedures, technical issues and questionsProvide Input and support on business development opportunities with new or existing customersWill be required to work in varied shifts as required and also work at site locations for testing as deemed necessary by Company Skills / Qualifications Working knowledge of laboratory safety and work culture in an ISO 17025 laboratory and adept in handling chemicals and reagentsPossess a good level of expertise related to scope, core theories, concepts, terminologies and boundaries of chosen engineering disciplinePossess a minimum of an engineering degree preferably in Metallurgy or Mechanical disciplinesHave a minimum 2 years of relevant hands-on laboratory testing experiencePossesses a demonstrated ability to apply academic knowledge within the context of Element’s businessOperational knowledge of LIMS and similar laboratory management systems is a definite advantageExperience in performing tests (PMI, hardness, ferrite, replica and similar) at site would be usefulIn-depth understanding of testing concepts and hands on-experience in handling test equipment related to the required responsibilities to be undertaken for this positionCan analyze and compile testing data from the tests performedPossess strong computer skills along with good oral and written communication skills in English
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Company OverviewElement 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 StatementAt 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.