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Lab Tech II

Acuren · Cincinnati, OHyesterday

Perform tensile and compression mechanical testing, OES, and microscopy on material samples and keep accurate test records.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on mechanical testing plus OES and microscopy within an inspection and failure-analysis business.

Might not be for you. Routine production-style testing and record keeping, with little open-ended R&D.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Core polymer roleMaterials testing lab: tensile and compression testing, OES, and microscopes for sample analysis; Acuren offers materials engineering and failure analysis

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Quality / Testing

Role details

Position Summary

Acuren is seeking a Lab Tech II to support operations in Cincinnati, OH. Responsibilities Mechanical testing experience doing tensile and compression testing. The Laboratory Technician II independently performs a variety of laboratory tests and analyses with moderate supervision. This role is responsible for preparing and analyzing samples, operating specialized laboratory instruments, and ensuring test accuracy and compliance with established standards. Testing equipment includes mechanical testing tensile and compression frames, OES, and various microscopes. The Lab Tech II interprets data, maintains detailed records, and may assist in troubleshooting or method refinement.

This intermediate position requires solid technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to train or support junior personnel. Benefits Competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance 401K Plan Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Company Overview Acuren’s strength begins with its people. Guided by our values— People First, Integrity Always, One Team, Higher Standards, and Innovative —we work to create safe, respectful, and high-performing environments for our employees, clients, and communities. We are honored that our people have recognized Acuren as worthy of inclusion in the Forbes 2024 and 2025 list of Canada’s Best Employers.

This recognition reflects the importance we place on investing in our people, protecting everyone we work with, and acting with integrity in every engagement. Acuren delivers comprehensive inspection, testing, certification, and asset integrity solutions that help organizations ensure critical assets are safe, compliant, and optimized for reliable performance. Our specialized expertise and advanced capabilities support clients across energy, industrial, and public infrastructure sectors. Our services include inspection; traditional and advanced NDE/NDT; failure analysis; rope access; materials, field, and reliability engineering; drones; robotics; V-Deck; and condition-based monitoring.

Through these capabilities, we help clients evaluate asset condition, manage operational risk, and make informed decisions throughout the asset lifecycle. Our work supports the integrity and safety of assets across petroleum refining, pipelines, power generation, pulp and paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive industries. Acuren employs more than 5,000 professionals who support mechanical integrity and inspection programs across industrial sectors. Our approach is practical and focused: provide capable local teams with certified, well-equipped personnel supported by trained and experienced leaders.

Building on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, we continue to advance technical capabilities and support reliability programs that create value for clients and employees. Accessibility accommodations are available to applicants upon request. The company uses AI-enabled tools to organize candidate responses; these tools may be used during the screening or assessment process. #LI-BE1

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Common questions

Where is the Lab Tech II role at Acuren based?

This role is based in Cincinnati, OH.

What degree is required for the Lab Tech II role at Acuren?

This role requires a Not specified.

What techniques or methods are required for this Lab Tech II role?

tensile testing, compression testing, optical emission spectroscopy (OES), microscopy.