Engineering Tech, Staff

Engineering Technician

We are looking for an Engineering Technician to join our Lansing, NY team!

As our Engineering Technician, you will work closely with our engineers and senior metallurgists to ensure high-quality, timely results for clients in aerospace, medical, automotive, and energy industries.

This role involves hands-on testing, data collection, and technical support for metallurgical evaluations, including failure analysis, and material characterization.

Location: Lansing, NY

Hourly rate: $23-$26/hour

Please note that the hourly rate range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NY. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

• Prepare and process samples for metallographic examination, including cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching.
• Operate and maintain metallurgical testing equipment including saws, grinders polishers, microscopes, and hardness testers.
• Perform metallurgical evaluations to include but not limited to thermal spray coatings, aggressive machining, EDM and weld evaluations.
• Perform all testing to the appropriate internal procedures and standard specifications to ensure that quality is maintained and results are accurate.
• Assist engineers in executing metallurgical test plans and support long term projects.
• Support failure analysis investigations and complex metallurgical evaluations by preparing samples and documenting observations.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and quality standards (ASTM, ISO, NADCAP).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment and improve lab workflows.

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field preferred. Relevant on-the-job training and equivalent experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in a materials testing or engineering lab environment.
• Familiarity with metallurgical testing techniques and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work independently or in a team.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.

CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.

To learn more, please visit us at Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST

This location is one of our IMR Test Labs. To learn more, please visit us at Materials Testing Services | IMR Test Labs

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.