Dana Incorporated · 2 days ago
Materials Lab Technician
Maumee, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDana Incorporated is a company focused on driveline and motor products for light and commercial vehicles. They are seeking a Materials Lab Technician responsible for conducting material tests, writing reports, and maintaining laboratory equipment while assisting with engineering projects.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringInnovation ManagementManufacturing
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required
Must be able to work overtime occasionally during the week or weekends as needed
Strong 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
Excellent 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
Preferred
Associate degree or higher in an Engineering, Science or Automotive related Technology field preferred
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 but not required
Knowledge of laboratory testing such as hardness, tension-compression, fatigue, corrosion testing, chemical analysis and microscopic evaluation
Company
Dana Incorporated
In a world of constant motion, life is about balance. At Dana, our balanced approach considers the people, products, and planet that sustain us all.
Founded in 1904
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$466.77M2023-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $466.77M
2008-02-01IPO
Leadership Team
Jim Kamsickas
President, CEO, and member of the board of directors
Mike Worland
Siesmiq Chief Technology Officer
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