Materials Lab Technician

This position will be responsible for conducting material tests and writing reports on components submitted to the Materials Laboratory of traditional and electric driveline and motor products for light and commercial vehicle markets. Other duties include, but are not limited to the following

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Operate bandsaw and abrasive cutting saws, grinding and polishing equipment, digital cameras and microscopes, spectrometer and other analytical equipment such as hardness testers, tension-compression equipment and other advanced analytical equipment.

Perform routine and non-routine materials and failure analysis related to manufacturing, product, supplier and customer concerns

Interpret and summarize test results, observations and photographs in a formal laboratory report

Become proficient with laboratory equipment and test methods (e.g. hardness testing, microscopes, scanning electron microscope (SEM/EDS), mechanical testing, spectrometer, FTIR, x-ray diffraction, environmental testing, etc). Examples of tests that may be performed: include mechanical properties of metallic and non-metallic materials, hardness, chemistry, environmental testing, x-ray diffraction and other miscellaneous tests)

Learn, and apply, basics of Dana products, including design, specifications, function, materials and testing of various Dana components

Learn, and apply, materials and materials processing used on Dana components

Use hand tools and measuring tools

Maintain laboratory equipment, equipment verifications, calibrations and housekeeping

Responsible for completing other engineering projects as assigned

Qualifications Desired:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in an Engineering or Automotive related Technology field preferred. Will also consider equivalent education and work experience.

Manufacturing or laboratory experience in automotive or ferrous metalworking preferred

Experience in ferrous metallurgy field (e.g. steel, iron, heat treating, forging, welding, etc) preferred

Knowledge of non-ferrous metals, plastics, elastomers, adhesives, welding, paints, and lubricants is preferred.

Knowledge of laboratory testing such as hardness, tension-compression, fatigue, corrosion testing, chemical analysis and microscopic evaluation

Must be able to work overtime occasionally during the week or weekends as needed.

Skills:

Mechanical aptitude and the ability to read design prints.

Work independently and in a team environment.

Excellent attention to detail, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Self-motivated and ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

Ability to multitask on multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills to work with people at multiple levels in Dana.

Proficient in using computers including Microsoft Office products and other software applications.

Able to routinely lift from 35 to 50 lbs. and stand for an average of approximately 50 % of the time that could vary day to day

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.