**Notes** : + Onsite position + Local candidates are preferred, but candidates who are willing and able relocate by the start of the assignment will also be considered. + Safety shoes with internal metatarsal protection required for first day. + The lab is located on the shop floor so full PPE is required (metatarsal steel toe shoes, eye and hearing protection, bump cap, and at times, gloves). All PPE (except for metatarsals and prescription eye protection) will be provided to the worker + First shift position, 7 AM to 3:30 PM. There is some flexibility on the exact shift hours. + Candidates must be able to be on their feet for long periods of time, and must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. **Description:** + Retrieve, document via photograph/photomicrograph, section, and prepare (mount and polish) parts for metallurgical examination. + This may include (but is not limited to) hardness testing, case depth evaluation, microstructure evaluation, corrosion cabinet monitoring, and report writing for low to moderately complex evaluations. + This position will take work direction (location of sections needed, testing to be performed, etc.) from Materials Engineering staff. You may be asked to present your methods and findings to local groups of quality engineers or operations staff. + Daily – guided by what’s in the lab. Prep work to parts, lab evaluations, reporting on findings. **Skill Requirements:** + Candidates should be mechanically inclined and accustomed to hands on work + Needs to have knowledge of metals and metal processing + Must have lab experience – (any kind of lab environment will be accepted) + Must be proficient with Microsoft products **What Sets A Candidate Apart** : + Demonstrated experience with technical report writing + Metallurgy degree is a real bonus **Education:** + Degree in Material Science preferred (Chemical Engineer as an alternative) + Recent college graduates will be considered if they have a degree in Material Science or something similar + Or demonstrated experience **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.