Lab Technician III

Credo•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Lab Technician III is a senior member of the lab team who owns the day-to-day operation of an efficient, safe, and organized electronics lab. This position supports engineering teams by leading inventory, equipment, logistics, and lab upkeep, and by mentoring Lab Technicians I and II. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, Customer-Service focused, and highly experienced in an electronics lab setting. This role ensures that all lab materials—including evaluation boards, electronic equipment, computer components, and general supplies—are readily available and properly maintained, and drives improvements that keep the lab scalable as engineering needs grow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience.
Five plus years of experience in a high-tech or electronics lab.
Proficiency with IT software and hardware and diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters.
Ability to configure and manage basic networking topologies, switch racks, and the lab environment.
Understanding of lab space requirements (electricity, air, temperature, and space).
Strong troubleshooting skills for a variety of engineering and IT issues.
Advanced knowledge of ESD prevention protocols, proper handling of hazardous materials (such as chemical solutions or heavy hardware), and adherence to local safety standards (e.g., OSHA).
Experience managing the lifecycle of confidential, pre-production, or high-value prototype hardware using JIRA.
Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset, with the ability to work across R&D, vendors, safety, and operations teams.
Able to lift at least 100 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with documentation for ISO, EHS, ESD, and SOP requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

Owns the day-to-day operation of an efficient, safe, and organized electronics lab.
Supports engineering teams by leading inventory, equipment, logistics, and lab upkeep.
Mentors Lab Technicians I and II.
Ensures that all lab materials—including evaluation boards, electronic equipment, computer components, and general supplies—are readily available and properly maintained.
Drives improvements that keep the lab scalable as engineering needs grow.
Configures and manages basic networking topologies, switch racks, and the lab environment.
Coordinates lab build-outs or expansions with Facilities and vendors.
Manages the lifecycle of confidential, pre-production, or high-value prototype hardware using JIRA.