Job Description
A Lab Technician II supporting engineering operations by executing hardware and software testing, assembling test setups, maintaining lab equipment, and assisting with vehicle drive tests to help develop and improve IoT products and solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support lab operations by executing engineering requests for hardware and software.
- Conduct in-cab vehicle drive testing and connect devices for testing purposes.
- Perform lab maintenance, organize equipment, and ensure cleanliness.
- Assemble test setups, connect components, and notify engineers of issues.
- Rework electronic assemblies, solder, label, and crimp prototype cables.
- Utilize lab equipment such as multimeters, thermal chambers, and vibe tables for testing.
- Track inventory, update project statuses, and document on Jira.
- Set up equipment and perform basic computer operations, including Linux and scripting tasks.
Requirements
- Support lab operations by executing various engineering requests tickets across both hardware and software applications.
- Conduct in-cab vehicle drive testing, which requires a valid driver license.
- Perform lab maintenance and upkeep including organization, cleanliness, lab equipment assembly (racks, benches), track equipment calibration, and creating documentation.
- Connect devices, inspect products, and notify engineers and lab manager of test bed issues.
- Collect components and assemble test setups according to engineering instructions.
- Rework electronic assemblies, PCBs, and SMCs, including soldering, labeling, and crimping prototype cables and components.
- Utilize various lab equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, thermal chambers, and vibe tables to execute testing.
- Help take ownership of lab safety and efficiency.
- Label, organize, and track inventory of devices using tools like Google Sheets.
- Diligently update project statuses, blockers, and priorities to the lab manager and document on Jira test tickets.
- Set up equipment and perform basic computer operations, with preferred experience working with Linux machines, bash scripting, and Python.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and comfort working in a team-oriented environment.
- Comfortable working in a lab environment with various tools, vehicles, thermal chambers, and IoT devices.
- Familiar with basic hardware tools such as soldering irons, wiring, relays, terminal blocks, power supplies, multimeters, and DIN rails.
- Rework abilities including PCB rework, troubleshooting, and general soldering.
- Interest in lab operations and vehicles.
- Experience with Jira and Confluence.
- Familiarity with vehicle diagnostic protocols.
- IT background or programming experience in Python is preferred.
- Ability to manage priorities and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative and energetic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and manages priorities without stress over occasional urgent assignments.
- Support cross-functional collaboration and be willing to support wherever needed in the lab.
- Interest in developing solutions and tinkering with hardware and electronics.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive total compensation package
Employee-led remote and flexible working
Health benefits
Flexible working model (in-person, hybrid, or remote options)
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