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Lab Assistant

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Lemont, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$30 Per Hour
LOCATION
Lemont, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Location: Lemont, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site (Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week)
Industry: Government Research / Advanced Materials
Hourly Pay: 25-30/hr 
Benefits: Start Right Away 

Our staffing firm is seeking a Laboratory Technician on behalf of a well-run government research laboratory specializing in emergent materials and advanced processing technologies. This position will support a team conducting cutting-edge research in materials development and scale-up for critical material production. The selected candidate will play a key role in setting up laboratory facilities, performing experimental work, and maintaining research equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and set up laboratory facilities, including connecting equipment to ventilation, electrical power (up to 480V), and water systems.
  • Relocate and organize laboratory casework and other equipment to optimize workspace functionality.
  • Conduct routine experimental operations under established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Monitor, record, and analyze experimental data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Assist scientific staff in preparing technical reports and documentation.
  • Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of laboratory work, ensuring compliance with research protocols.
  • Collaborate closely with research and development personnel to support project timelines and deliverables.
  • Ensure all laboratory activities meet safety, security, and compliance requirements.
Qualifications & Skills:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or scientific field (e.g., Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or Applied Science).
  • 1–3 years of hands-on experience in an industrial or research laboratory environment.
  • Working knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and procedures.
  • Ability to assemble and connect mechanical, electrical (480V or less), and ventilation systems safely and effectively.
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent technical writing and data documentation abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in experimental work.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving research environment.
  • Capable of performing physically demanding tasks, such as moving laboratory equipment and materials.
Additional Information:

  • The work will be performed on-site at the client’s Lemont, IL research facility.
  • The position requires compliance with all government property, security, and computer protection policies.
  • Weekly timesheets and work reports will be submitted to the supervising research group leader.

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

 

  • Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

 

  • Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

 

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.sterling-engineering.com

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