LAB TEST TECHNICIAN

Position: Lab Test Technician Work Location: Onsite - Oakland, CA need someone within 50 miles (ideal) Contract Duration: 8 months from the date of start Responsibilities Acquire measurements (display, touch, wifi, audio, sensors) on specialized test equipment. Execute manual and automated tests on devices and electrical components. Facilitate repair and calibration of equipment with 3rd party equipment vendors. Support hardware validation through fixture assembly and 3D printing. Flash, test, and perform basic validation of prototype devices, development tools, etc. Perform electrical and mechanical assembly, soldering, and wiring for prototypes, development tools, etc. Assist with lab space management, organization, maintenance, and cleanup. Track your own task list and ensure diverse customers know how they fit into your priorities. Create structured documentation to standardize workflows and operational processes. Required / Must-Have Skills 3+ years experience as a technician in a consumer electronics field. Expertise in the hardware lab with test, measurement, and prototyping equipment. Experience using a DMM, programmable power supply. Ability to execute test plans with minimal supervision and imperfect procedures. Initiative to recognize areas of improvement and take action. Ability to prioritize and triage in a highly demanding environment. Experience flashing firmware and executing test scripts (CLI). Strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills (device and data tracking). Electromechanical assembly/disassembly and wire harnessing skills. Hands-on soldering experience (SMT, PTH, wire-to-wire, etc.). Nice-to-Have / Preferred Skills Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field. Ability to read schematics, PCB layout, and mechanical drawings. Experience with signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, DAQs. Ability to troubleshoot and repair circuit boards. Electrical assembly/disassembly and precision soldering – 0201 components (01005 a plus), QFNs, BGAs, etc. Experience with thermal tests in environmental chambers (customizing and running thermal profiles). REL testing background (OMM, Instron, Drop, Tumble, Thermal, T&H chamber). Experience with 3D printing, machining, and specialized test equipment. Proficiency in machine shop skills (bandsaw, chopsaw, drill press). Experience with regulatory testing – including EMC, safety, etc. Experience with basic Windows-based networking tasks. Experience with mobile device testing. Inventory management experience. Experience with RF equipment like splitters, couplers, etc.