Met Lab Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company is a leading global energy company renowned for its commitment to providing safe, clean, and efficient nuclear energy solutions. With over 11,000 employees across 19 countries, Westinghouse plays a pivotal role in the global nuclear energy industry. The company prides itself on a strong value system that emphasizes safety, quality, integrity, trust, customer focus, innovation, speed, passion, teamwork, and accountability. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, Westinghouse is dedicated to advancing the energy industry through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As a company, it values diversity and inclusion, recognizing employees as its most valuable asset and actively fostering a workplace culture that supports collaboration, growth, and employee well-being.

The role of Met Lab Technician at Westinghouse is located in Columbia, South Carolina, and requires 100% onsite work. This position is integral to ensuring the quality and reliability of materials through meticulous laboratory and metallurgical testing. A Met Lab Technician at Westinghouse will carry out routine and repetitive metallographic laboratory assignments, visual inspections, and dimensional measurements following established procedures. These tasks are crucial for maintaining the company's high standards in material quality and production processes. The role involves setting up, calibrating, and monitoring analytical equipment, preparing reagents and solutions, and performing physical and chemical analyses.

The technician is responsible for troubleshooting analytical equipment when performance issues or negative trends are detected, often conducting first echelon maintenance and following troubleshooting protocols to maintain optimal equipment functionality. Additionally, the Met Lab Technician performs detailed inspections and ensures the cleanliness and proper maintenance of tools, work areas, and equipment. This position reports directly to the Chem Lab Manager and plays a key role in supporting the laboratory’s mission to provide accurate and timely material analysis.

This position offers a competitive salary range from $55,379 to $72,008 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, and skills. Employees in this role benefit from Westinghouse’s comprehensive employment package, highlighting the company's commitment to transparency and equity in its employment practices. Working at Westinghouse provides an opportunity to contribute to a global mission aimed at advancing nuclear energy and supporting the transition to cleaner, sustainable power sources. The company fosters an innovative and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally while working on challenging projects that have a meaningful impact on the energy industry.