Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Job Description

Responsibilities:
Proficiency in soldering techniques, knowledge of electronics and circuitry, and familiarity with soldering tools and equipment
Maintain inventory of all hardware and supplies. Check in and check out equipment.
Install motherboards, FPGA boards, and run cables.
Installing and wiring equipment in racks.
Administer Linux machines, FPGA boards and resolve issues.
Assist engineers to set up systems.
Move equipment between the labs.
Ship boards to other client sites and partners.
Organize and clean up lab regularly.
Work with internal teams and external contractors to set up lab infrastructure (power, networking).
Place, track and receive equipment orders.

Must have:
MS Office Applications: Word, Excel, Outlook.
Familiar with basic Unix commands.
Understanding PCB design, schematics, and layout ESD.
Basic PCB bring-up and debug skills.
Familiar with lab tools like oscilloscope, multimeter, power supplies.
Debugging skills, able to troubleshoot PC and server.
Understanding of computer’s peripheral hardware.
Can build a complete computer from scratch and debug issues.
Basic knowledge of computer hardware and cabling installation.
Detail oriented, ability to follow precise instructions and accurately complete tasks.
Strong organizational skills & ability to prioritize tasks.
Experience in lab environment, installing server and network equipment.
Ability to communicate technical details both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Good to have:
Unix system administration.
Knowledge of network protocols and layers.
Knowledge of at least one programming language, ideally Python.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in PCB design.
Soldering skill.

Notes:
Onsite

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.