R&D Laboratory Technician (Experienced)

Siemens•Livermore, CA

4h•$70,972 - $121,666•Onsite

About The Position

This role will be based onsite in Livermore, CA. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Livermore offers an excellent quality of life with top-rated schools, a pleasant climate, and easy access to both mountains and the coast. Plus, your compensation goes further here with a more attainable cost of living compared to other parts of the San Francisco Bay Area. It's the perfect blend of small-city charm and big-city access. We are seeking a meticulous and analytical R&D Laboratory Technician to join our innovation team. In this role, you will work closely with technology leaders and engineers to support the design, development, and testing of new products, materials, and technologies. Your primary focus will be performing laboratory experiments, maintaining precise data logs, operating sophisticated testing equipment, and ensuring strict compliance with all laboratory safety protocols.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical theory, Engineering, Material Science, Physics, or a closely related scientific field.
Seven or more years of hands-on laboratory or related experience, ideally in an industrial R&D, product testing, or quality control environment.
Proficiency in standard analytical techniques (e.g., material testing, high voltage testing techniques, or physical testing methods) and experience tracking standard test protocols like ASTM or ISO.
Proven digital skills, including demonstrable proficiency in MS Office (Excel) or Google Sheets, alongside familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or scientific data software, and reporting.
Excellent organizational habits, strong written communication skills for report drafting, and a natural ability to tackle technical anomalies independently or as part of a team.
Ability to stand for extended periods, handle critical equipment, and safely lift up to 30 lbs when moving test equipment, experiments or raw materials.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Electrical testing, including AC/DC Hipot testing, thermal cycle testing, BIL lightning testing, current injection testing, or thermocouples.
Prior work experience in a research and development testing role.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers in planning, setting up, and running controlled experiments, prototype trials, and product scale-ups.
Prepare, assemble, measure, and inspect for analytical testing.
Record experimental observations, calculate formulas, and compile test results accurately within electronic databases for documentation and use in progress reporting.
Operate, calibrate, clean, and perform routine preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and machinery.
Monitor laboratory supply levels, track consumable resources, and coordinate with the procurement team to reorder chemicals, supplies or tools.
Adhere strictly to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations, and proper hazardous waste disposal procedures.
Coordinate with quality control, manufacturing, and marketing teams to facilitate smooth transitions from product concepts to commercial manufacturing.