Photonics Lab Technician

Role Summary

This position supports the testing, debugging, and validation of data center hardware and computing systems within a collaborative engineering lab environment. The role performs hands-on assembly, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of server and GPU-based systems while supporting the development of reliable hardware solutions for AI and data center applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, build, and install development platforms and large-scale server systems.
• Conduct system testing and validation and accurately document test results and findings.
• Perform module and board-level validation and troubleshoot hardware issues.
• Configure oscilloscopes and other test equipment to collect signal and waveform data for system analysis.
• Prepare boards for solder rework and perform mechanical modifications using appropriate tools and procedures.
• Support shipping, receiving, inventory management, and material coordination within the lab environment.
• Maintain and organize lab equipment, tools, and workspaces to support efficient engineering activities.
• Support 3D printing and fabrication of components used for test setups, fixtures, and hardware modifications.
• Follow established safety, quality, and hardware-handling procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support hardware development, testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in an electronics, hardware, or testing lab environment supporting silicon bring-up, board-level design and validation, system validation, or related activities.
• Fundamental knowledge of computing architectures and hardware/software debugging.
• Experience using oscilloscopes and other laboratory test equipment for signal measurement and analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and related engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of Linux command-line environments.
• Strong system-level debugging skills and familiarity with board bring-up and hardware validation processes.
• Ability to perform basic solder rework and mechanical modifications using appropriate tools.
• Strong attention to detail and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with server management processors, thermal validation, or networking fundamentals is preferred.
• Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience in electronics, hardware development, engineering technology, or a related field.

Publishing Pay Range: $35.00 – $40.00 Hourly

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.