Full Time | Lab Technician | Fremont, CA (Onsite)

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Job Title: Lab Technician

Location: Fremont, CA (Onsite)

Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to support our engineering and development teams. You will execute hardware test sample/system builds, manage critical lab infrastructure and inventory, and build specialized reliability test setups. This role requires technical precision, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe, efficient lab environment.

What You'll Own

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Test Sample/System Build

Assemble prototype units for time-zero and reliability test; build, modify, and rework complex electromechanical sample units.

Perform fine-pitch manual soldering (including rework on small SMT components) under magnification/microscope.

Conduct conformal coating, potting, and precision tape application as part of system assembly.

Solder wires and manually assemble cable/wire harnesses.

Follow work instructions (WIs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Complete build travelers/assembly forms and documentation; maintain component serial number/lot ID traceability logs.

Lab Infrastructure & Inventory Management

Track, order, and organize electronic components, tools, and consumables.

Schedule and track routine calibration for lab equipment.

Maintain strict adherence to ESD, chemical handling/storage/disposal, and laser safety protocols.

Keep benches clean, organized, and properly equipped for engineering team.

Reliability Test Fixture Development

Develop and review test fixtures; monitor test/build processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective output.

Design and assemble custom fixtures, wiring harnesses, and test boards.

Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade automated reliability test equipment.

Install and configure test scripts on execution nodes; initiate and monitor reliability tests.

And other tasks, as may be assigned from time to time.

What You Bring

Required

Associate degree or above in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field; a certificate/diploma from an accredited technical or vocational institution is also accepted. Candidates without a qualifying degree or certificate should have a minimum of 4 years of directly relevant hardware/lab experience in lieu.

2+ years working in a hardware development, electro-mechanical system development, or failure analysis lab.

Advanced manual soldering and micro-soldering skills, including fine-pitch/rework under a microscope.

High proficiency with digital multimeters, continuity testers, and power supplies.

Experience using Excel and basic script execution.

Detail-oriented: high accuracy in data logging and component tracking. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams. Comfortable pivoting between tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

Current or prior IPC certifications as a Certified IPC Specialist (CIS):

IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 (Soldering Requirements)

IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies)

IPC-7711/7721 (Rework, Modification, and Repair of Electronic Assemblies)

Scripting proficiency (e.g. Python).

Experience with a traceability/data system (MES, PLM, ERP, or structured database) for tracking component SNs/lot IDs.

If you're interested, I'd be happy to share additional details and discuss the opportunity. If you know someone who may be a good fit, I would sincerely appreciate your referral.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks & Regards,

Irfan Ali | Recruitment Team Lead

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1735 North 1st Street #102, San Jose, CA 95112, USA