Engineering Lab Technician

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

Position: Engineering Lab Technician Location: Etters, PA Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We are currently seeking an Engineering Lab Technician to join our team.

Position Summary We are seeking an Engineering Lab Technician to support both Signal Integrity and Mechanical Integrity testing of our connector products. This role involves hands-on testing, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure our products meet rigorous electrical and mechanical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform frequency (S-Parameter), time domain (TDR, BERT), and low-level resistance measurements using lab instruments such as 4-wire meters, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
• Conduct mechanical testing using equipment such as Instrons to obtain force measurements and perform stress/cycle testing.
• Execute repeatable experiments and characterizations for both electrical and mechanical performance.
• Accurately record, store, and analyze data using Excel; generate reports and presentations in PowerPoint.
• Maintain detailed documentation of lab work and experiments in a laboratory notebook.
• Collaborate with Signal Integrity Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing, and Sustaining Engineering teams.
• Handle sensitive equipment with precision and consistency.
• Ability to solder to assist with sample prep for product qualification.

Qualifications

• 2 year MET or EET preferred; or 1-2 years of postsecondary education in Physics or Mathematics.
• Strong aptitude in mechanical systems, geometry, statistics, and numerical analysis.
• Has the ability to perform soldering
• Ability to read and interpret geometric drawings, schematics, and block diagrams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Experience with Instron equipment and Bluehill software is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly connect/disconnect threaded cable connectors using precision torque or static wrenches.
• Fixturing of test samples requiring use of hand tools and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Primarily sedentary role involving benchtop instruments and computer work.

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/