Materials Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician performs routine laboratory work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria for carrying out laboratory tasks. 

Responsibilities of the role:

• This position contains the responsibility to Define, Implement, and Perform Chemical, Physical and Mechanical Laboratory Measurement, Evaluation, Analysis, Process and Procedures for Fiber Optic and Cable Products and to provide technical assistance for the marketing, manufacture, testing, sale and application of Belden's products.
• Conduct a variety of chemical, mechanical and/or physical tests on developmental or production units or components for the purpose of providing engineering groups with information and data which can be used in the analysis of product design, product performance, materials or manufacturing methods.
• Assist in design of test methods or equipment for the purpose of conducting tests according to established industrial, governmental or customer requirements; recommend changes to existing procedures to provide more accurate results or increased information for use by engineers. Audit and write new laboratory procedures.
• Maintain test logs, records and prepare test reports to complete test program. Analyze and discuss test findings with cognizant lab or engineering personnel to aid in data interpretation.
• Interprets data, reports conclusions and makes recommendations for improvements based on observations of performance and testing to aid engineers in project completion.

Skills and Experience: 

• Associate's Degree preferable in natural science or related field or equivalent experience.
• Advanced skillsets in the use of physical and chemical test equipment within a laboratory environment.
• 1-3 years of experience or internships in a related role.
• MS Office experience.
• Technical software experience a plus.