Laboratory Technician

Lab Technician (Hardware Measurement & Testing)

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OverviewOur client, a leading technology company known for its cloud and hardware innovation, is seeking a skilled Lab Technician to support the development of advanced cloud infrastructure hardware. This role focuses on signal and power integrity work, including hands-on lab-based measurements supporting hardware development efforts. The ideal candidate will bring direct experience with electronic measurement equipment and a strong technical foundation in computer hardware. This is an onsite position based in Redmond, WA, requiring five days per week in the lab environment.
What You'll DoTaking VNA (Vector Network Analyzer) and Scope measurements on hardware componentsAnalyzing information to determine, recommend, and plan hardware layouts, including computers and peripheral equipment modificationsAssembling and modifying existing equipment to meet specialized testing needsBuilding, testing, and modifying product prototypes using working or theoretical models, including computer simulationsEvaluating factors such as reporting formats, cost constraints, and security requirements to determine hardware configurationsMonitoring equipment functionality and making necessary modifications to ensure systems conform to specificationsConferring with engineering staff to evaluate hardware/software interfaces and overall system performance requirementsProviding training and support to system designers and users
The Ideal Candidate 2+ years of hands-on Lab Technician experience2+ years of Computer Hardware experience2+ years of Electronics experienceDemonstrated hands-on experience taking measurements on electronic systems (data center technician experience alone is not sufficient)VNA measurement experience strongly preferredStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCreative and detail-oriented with strong teamwork skillsBasic mentoring skills to support and provide constructive feedback to colleaguesKnowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used in producing precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and modelsFamiliarity with transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systemsPractical knowledge of engineering science and technology applicationsUnderstanding of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware/software, including applications and programmingExperience with computer applications xzbcwsv and design software related to the engineering fieldBachelor's or associate's degree in engineering preferred5 years of related experience requiredResumes must accurately reflect genuine hands-on experience; candidates should be prepared to speak authentically to their technical background during assessments
Reasons To Love ItOpportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure hardware developmentCompany-provided Surface laptop equipment for the duration of the assignmentConsistent Monday-Friday schedule, 40 hours per week, with no overtime requiredPotential for contract extension based on project budget and performanceCollaborative team environment working alongside experienced engineering staffOpportunity to gain exposure to advanced VNA and Scope measurement techniques in a leading-edge lab setting