Test Technician

Testing Technician

Waller Texas

• Do you love hands-on engineering work that challenges your curiosity and mechanical instincts every single day
• Are you energized by variety from building test setups to breaking things (safely) to uncover real-world engineering insights
• Ready to join a team where your technical skills actually influence high-stakes decisions in aerospace energy automotive and beyond

For over 50 years Stress Engineering Services has been the trusted authority when the stakes are highest delivering independent rigorous and defensible engineering that empowers clients to move forward with confidence. If youre driven by hands-on technical work real-world problem-solving and the thrill of pushing engineering limits you might be the next Testing Technician to join our team.

Why This Role Matters

Our world-class testing and validation work spans aerospace renewable energy oil & gas automotive and more. As a Testing Technician youll help transform complex questions into definitive answers. Youll build tests break things (on purpose) uncover insights and help deliver the proof that drives high-consequence decisions.

This isnt a repetitive lab job - every day is something different!

What Youll Do

Youll work closely with engineers and technical experts to execute testing programs that involve:

• Setting up and performing mechanical thermal pressure vibration and environmental tests across diverse equipment and industries.
• Installing and operating sensors strain gauges hydraulic circuits pumps controllers and data acquisition systems.
• Using hand and power tools as well as industrial equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Supporting investigative work documentation and analysis as part of a collaborative technical team.
• Adapting to rapidly changing project demands variety is the norm here.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Youre more than technically capable you have the mindset of a Stress engineer. Our top attributes include:

• Self-starter with strong mechanical aptitude (the knack).
• Inquisitive eager to learn and willing to grow from hands-on experience.
• Takes ownership and sees work through to completion.
• Detail-oriented and schedule-responsive able to juggle multiple tasks.
• Calm in chaotic environments and safety-minded in every action.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work well with engineers and clients.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (relevant technical education considered).
• 3 years in an industrial maintenance or lab environment (or equivalent training).
• Mechanical and/or electronic aptitude including basic troubleshooting ability.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to work overtime including occasional nights/weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly; must have a valid drivers license.
• Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

What Makes Stress Engineering Different

We live our core values:

We Over Me We are 1Stress
We collaborate intentionally and celebrate shared wins.

Unyielding Pursuit of Excellence
Right stuff. On time. Every time.

Own It Our Stress
We take responsibility and deliver results without compromise.

Why Join SES

• Solve problems that matter Your work directly impacts product performance safety and reliability
• High autonomy high ownership Youre trusted to lead and deliver
• Broad technical exposure Work across industries materials and challenges
• Collaborate with experts Learn from recognized leaders in engineering and failure analysis
• Entrepreneurial environment Be part of a team that values initiative curiosity and innovation
• Employee-owned culture (ESOP) Share in the success you help create
• Thought Leadership - Youll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering insights share your expertise with the broader industry and build credibility as a trusted technical voice.

At Stress Engineering curiosity isnt just encouraged its expected. Youll have the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise broaden your industry exposure and make a meaningful impact on real-world engineering challenges from day one.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off and holidays. Your compensation is thoughtfully aligned with your experience expertise and the value you bring to the team.

Recruitment Process Disclosure
As part of your candidacy and potential future employment you agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary sensitive and client-related information obtained through interactions with SES. This obligation applies during and after your engagement.

As part of our hiring process Stress Engineering Services may use technology tools including automated tools to help organize review or evaluate application materials and interview-related information. These tools are used to support our recruiting process but hiring decisions are not made solely by technology. If you need would like to request a reasonable accommodation or would like additional information about the process please contact . Where applicable required by law we will provide additional notices if a specific tool analyzes interview responses assessments or other information as part of your evaluation.

No Agency Solicitation: Stress Engineering Services is managing this search directly. We kindly ask that staffing agencies recruiting firms and executive search firms do not contact us regarding this position or submit candidate resumes. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without a valid written agreement may become the property of Stress Engineering Services and no placement fee will be paid.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Stress Engineering Services Inc. (SES) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics pregnancy disability age veteran status or other protected characteristics.

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