Lab Technician

IMC•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

IMC is seeking a hands-on Electronics Lab Technician to support the development, testing, deployment, and operation of proprietary hardware within our Global Hardware team. This role sits at the center of our custom ASIC development lifecycle. You’ll help bring new hardware from manufacturing into production by validating circuit boards, supporting hardware bring-up, coordinating inventory and logistics, and maintaining the lab infrastructure used to test next-generation trading systems. Our hardware organization operates on a regular ASIC release cadence, creating a dynamic environment that combines hardware testing, manufacturing support, deployment operations, and continuous process improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with electronics, solving practical problems, and contributing to cutting-edge technology used in live trading systems.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a lab, testing, manufacturing, electronics, or hardware support environment
Familiarity with electronics, electronic components, and basic electrical concepts
Experience handling electronic hardware and test equipment
Experience using multimeters for basic measurements and diagnostics
Ability to follow mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and test procedures
Safe, competent use of hand tools and shop equipment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to troubleshoot hardware issues using a structured and methodical approach
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
Ability to execute tasks with incomplete or high-level procedures
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Hardware testing, validation, or board bring-up experience
Experience using oscilloscopes or similar electronics lab equipment
Inventory management, shipping, and receiving experience
Experience supporting low-volume manufacturing or custom hardware development
Basic electrical rework capability
Soldering experience
Experience operating and maintaining 3D printers
Experience working in shared, multi-disciplinary engineering lab environments
Strong documentation and process-management habits

Responsibilities

Commission, inspect, and document circuit boards and hardware
Execute board- and chip-level validation testing using established procedures
Operate test fixtures and associated software to verify hardware functionality
Execute validation and bring-up testing for newly manufactured hardware
Install, configure, and maintain test equipment
Troubleshoot test failures and support root-cause investigations
Perform basic hardware troubleshooting and escalate issues appropriately
Assist with hardware rework and modifications when necessary
Support hardware release cycles and deployment readiness activities
Coordinate with manufacturing partners and internal engineering teams during hardware production cycles
Track hardware, components, and assemblies throughout the testing and deployment process
Support preparation, packaging, and shipment of hardware to production datacenters
Coordinate shipping and receiving of circuit boards, components, and equipment
Issue purchase orders for parts, materials, and lab supplies
Manage inventory of circuit boards, electrical and mechanical components, and test hardware
Maintain lab organization and workflow standards across shared engineering spaces
Operate and maintain 3D printers and supporting equipment
Manage mechanical component and fastener inventory
Maintain documentation related to testing, inventory, and operational procedures
Perform assembly, modification, and rework following drawings and work instructions
Use basic hand and shop tools safely and competently
Support integration of hardware into chassis, enclosures, and larger systems
Partner with Hardware Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Center, Procurement, and Facilities teams
Support the deployment and ongoing operation of hardware used throughout IMC’s trading infrastructure