Engineering Lab Operator

Cynet Systems • Austin, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will play a vital role in driving engineering lab success by executing work orders and enabling critical debug activities. Working closely with engineers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will deliver high-quality testing, maximize tester utilization, and help accelerate key product development milestones. The ideal candidate is technically curious, highly dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering lab environment supporting both production work orders and engineering debug activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, electronics, or engineering support environment.
• Familiarity with test equipment, troubleshooting, and engineering lab operations.
• Experience supporting engineering validation, characterization, or debug activities.
• Experience using work order management systems and electronic tracking tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Positive, collaborative attitude and ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with a strong sense of dependability and accountability.
• Willingness and ability to learn new processes, tools, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute prioritized work orders and manage product samples throughout the testing process in accordance with established procedures.
• Support engineering debug activities by preparing systems, swapping units, collecting data, and following engineering instructions.
• Track and document work order progress, issues, and completion details, while communicating equipment concerns and updates to supervisors and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate shift pass-downs and support inventory staging, sample preparation, and material handling to ensure seamless operations.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and operational requirements, maintain an organized work environment, and contribute to continuous improvement and cross-training initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED