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Tensile Testing Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Tensile Testing * Charpy Impact Testing * Follows standard procedures and work instructions * Basic understanding of ASME / ASTM / IFI and basic industry standards preferred * Can work without close ...

Tester

Baytown, TX · On-site

$20/hr

... testing (tensile, hardness, bend, drop weight, and coating tests), preparing samples to precise specifications, maintain equipment, and report results. Responsibilities: * Work safely in a complex ...

Metallurgist

Longview, TX · On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

... testing, tensile testing, Charpy testing, and other mechanical/property verifications • Investigate non-conformances, heat treatment failures, forging defects, and metallurgical issues; identify ...

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Welding Engineer

Conroe, TX · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Tensile testing * Visual inspection * NDT coordination * Evaluate and qualify prospective welders during the hiring process. * Lead and continuously improve Ameritex's internal welding training ...

Laboratory Technician

Temple, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Conduct testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards. * Perform chemical and physical tests on metals, including hardness, tensile ...

Material Lab Technician

Houston, TX

$18.25 - $24/hr

Operate and maintain lab equipment including rheometers, mixers, ovens, tensile testers, microscopes, and hardness testers. * Conduct physical, chemical, and mechanical tests on polymers, composites ...

... tensile testers (e.g., Instron) for characterizing the thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties of polymeric based films and adhesives; * 3) Implementation of quality systems and statistical ...

... tensile testers (e.g., Instron) for characterizing the thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties of polymeric based films and adhesives; * 3) Implementation of quality systems and statistical ...

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How much do tensile testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for tensile testing in Texas is $21.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is tensile testing?

A Tensile Testing job involves conducting mechanical tests on materials to determine their strength, ductility, and performance under tension. Technicians or engineers use specialized equipment to stretch materials until they break, recording data such as stress, strain, and elongation. These tests help ensure materials meet industry standards and product requirements. Workers in this role may also prepare samples, operate testing machines, and analyze results for quality control or research purposes.

What skills and qualifications are needed for tensile testing?

To thrive in Tensile Testing, you need a solid background in materials science or mechanical engineering, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret test data accurately. Familiarity with tensile testing machines (such as Instron or MTS systems), relevant safety protocols, and laboratory software is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help you excel in documenting results and working with engineering teams. These skills ensure accurate and reliable test results, contributing to material quality and safety across industries.

What does a tensile testing technician do?

A typical day in Tensile Testing involves preparing material samples, configuring and operating tensile testing equipment, and recording accurate data on material strength and performance. You’ll analyze results, generate reports, and often collaborate with engineers or quality assurance teams to interpret findings and implement process improvements. The role often requires meticulous attention to safety and detail, as well as periodic calibration of testing machines. Work can be both independent and collaborative, depending on project complexity and industry standards. This blend of hands-on lab work and teamwork makes for a dynamic and engaging work environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tensile Testing jobs in Texas? The most popular types of Tensile Testing jobs in Texas are:
Infographic showing various Tensile Testing job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 67% As Needed, 25% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $43,824 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Quality Control Clerk (Entry Level)

Tower Extrusions

Wylie, TX • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to join our Tensile team. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and testing of aluminum samples to ensure all products meet rigorous mechanical and structural specifications. Your primary focus will be the precision cutting of samples, followed by hardness and tensile strength testing. You will also be using an Ascona machine to verify previous days' production run. As QC Technician, you would initially begin with training of the extrusion process and sub sequential processes that could affect quality. After training, the technician will be responsible for the safety and production for Tensile testing and the data input related. Also, he/ she will share the responsibility of checking extrusion, verifying dimensions and making sure the extrusion complies to the order and/or drawing.
Key Responsibilities
  • Collect aluminum samples, properly store, and dispose of samples after a 30-day time frame.
  • Sample Preparation: Operate precision saws (e.g., band saws, abrasive cutters) to extract test specimens from aluminum samples, according to ASTM or ISO standards.
  • Mechanical Testing: * Perform Hardness Testing (Webster B) to verify material hardness
    • Conduct Tensile Testing using Universal Testing Machines (UTM) to measure yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and elongation.
  • Data Management: Accurately record and input test results into the EPICS System. Highlight any deviations from ASTM standards to management.
  • Inspection of previous days' production run (last billets) using the Ascona system. Then sending last billet reports to management. Ability to use Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) to create daily production reports.
  • Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all PPE requirements and safety protocols regarding high-speed cutting machinery and the handling of heavy metal samples
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry and sample identification to maintain traceability.

Salary dependent upon experience. Health insurance and 401k are available.
Effort Factors:
Physical Demands: Production floor is not climate-controlled warehouse, must be able to tolerate hot/cold temperatures depending on weather. Exposure to noise and metal dust (protective equipment provided). Ability to lift parts and fixtures not to exceed 50 pounds. Walking, sitting, and standing for long periods of time required, as well as crawling, stooping and working on a ladder may be required. Good visual acuity required.
Mental Demands: Position requires patience, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
Requirements
Preferred Requirements:
• Hand tool experience preferred: Calipers, micrometers, hardness tester, go no-go gauges, gloss meters, thickness tester (paint & plating), and a variety of other hand tools, band saws and routers.
• Technical Proficiency: Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably within the metals or aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with aluminum alloys and heat-treatment processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or ISO 9001 standards.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure samples are cut from the correct orientations.
• EPICS experience preferred
Bilingual: English and Spanish

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