Hardware Lab Technician

Snap•Santa Monica, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles . Spectacles is home to our hardware products with a world-class research & development team. We are focused on pushing the boundaries of what a camera can be, specifically overlaying computing on the real world. Next Generation Spectacles are our first pair of glasses that bring augmented reality to life. We’re looking for a Hardware Lab Technician to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc!

Requirements

Ability to conduct device test setup, data collection, and compile/communicate results
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions, schematics, procedures, and technical diagrams accurately.
Ability to quickly learn new equipment and operating procedures
Ability to configure, troubleshoot, and modify prototypes, test equipment, and fixtures
Knowledge of Python, Matlab, or other test scripting and automation tools
Mastery of common office productivity software and ability to configure and maintain Mac/Windows computers.
A.S., B.S., or technical training related to a science or engineering field, or equivalent additional related professional experience.
3+ years laboratory technician experience.
Must be able to actively work in a lab environment, lift/move up to 50lbs, sit/stand for extended time periods, and conduct repetitive tasks using hands, wrists, and arms.
This role requires 5 days a week in person presence at our Santa Monica office.

Nice To Haves

B.S in a science or engineering field
5+ years laboratory experience working with consumer electronics
Industry experience with Acoustic test and measurement and/or audio recording and production.
Experience with Thermal test and measurement.
Demonstrated technical aptitude and fast hands-on learner for hands-on fabrication, assembly, trouble-shooting and problem-solving around hardware, software, and equipment
Experience with Python, MATLAB or other test scripting and automation tools.
Experience with SoundCheck, Audio Precision and HBK measurement tools.
Experience operating metrology equipment (Keyence, Instron, etc.)
Hands-on experience performing PCB & component reworks and soldering on electronic devices

Responsibilities

Support a team of Audio, Thermal, and other hardware engineers in a fast-paced R&D environment
Perform acoustic and thermal testing and characterization of next-generation wearable devices using equipment including microphones, speakers, thermocouples, anechoic/thermal test chambers, DAQs, and IR Cameras.
Follow operating procedures to set up, perform measurements, and collect data on a range of equipment including connecting necessary equipment and sensors, executing test scripts, and reporting data to engineering teams.
Clearly track, prioritize, & execute multiple competing requests with minimal supervision, based on customer requirements