Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Associate I - Lab Support

Who We Are:

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you'll create a boundless impact that transforms your career-and the lives of people across the world.

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You Are:

UST is seeking a Lab Technician to support day-to-day operations in a semiconductor validation and development lab located in Hillsboro, Oregon. The role involves hands-on hardware assembly, testbed setup, system configuration, equipment management, and general support for engineering teams engaged in validation, bring-up, and debug activities.

The opportunity:

* Assemble and disassemble systems, boards, and components such as motherboards, CPUs, memory, and power supplies.

* Perform physical setup of racks, power connections, cabling, and peripheral installations.

* Support BIOS, BMC, CPLD, and firmware updates and assist in system bring-up and smoke testing.

* Driver and network installation and configuration. (LINUX, Windows).

* Maintain lab infrastructure including test benches, power strips, tools, and network connectivity.

* Conduct hardware-level troubleshooting and component replacement under engineering guidance.

* Support environmental, thermal, or functional tests and collect basic validation data.

* Follow ESD safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and secure lab environment.

* Collaborate with validation engineers to prepare systems for testing and resolve setup issues.

* Assist in documentation of system configurations, test results, and issue reports.

* Support process audits, equipment calibration, and preventive maintenance activities.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What you need :

* Experience in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related fields.

* Proficiency in hardware assembly, rack setup, and cable management.

* Basic knowledge of operating system installation (Windows/Linux) and driver install/setup.

* Proficient with Office Suite (Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint)

* Familiarity with firmware flashing tools (e.g., Dediprog, BAT scripts, OS utilities).

* Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

* Good communication, teamwork, and documentation abilities.

* Desired Skills:

* Experience supporting semiconductor validation or platform bring-up labs.

* Familiarity with lab asset management and tracking systems.

* Basic scripting knowledge (Python or PowerShell) for automating repetitive lab tasks.

* Knowledge of network configuration (DHCP/Static IP) and remote management tools.

* Qualification:

* Experience or strong interest in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Architecture.

* High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in a related field preferred

* Ability to lift up to 40 lbs,, work on lab benches and handle ESD-sensitive components safely.

* Ability to stand while working up to 80% of the time.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location: Hillsboro,OR

Compensation Range : $40,000-$60,000

Benefits

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

What we believe:

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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BIOS, Device Drivers, Installation and Commissioning, System Configuration, Asset Management, Infrastructure Support, Process Documentation, Python