Senior Lab Technician I

MaxLinear•Carlsbad, CA

21d•$25

About The Position

MaxLinear is seeking a Senior Lab Technician I to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the following: Support the development and validation of next-generation hardware for artificial intelligence (AI) and data center products Hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of engineering prototypes, product samples, and customer evaluation platforms, with a focus on supporting hardware platforms designed for AI applications Troubleshoot and repair engineering prototypes, product samples, and customer evaluation platforms Operate and modify test automation programs and scripts to support engineering activities Construct, assemble, and test electronic circuit prototypes and engineering units, including circuit boards, mechanical assemblies, and harnesses Support the assembly, testing, and validation of hardware platforms and prototypes designed for AI applications, including high-performance computing and data center environments Mount and install integrated circuit chips and other electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) as part of prototype assembly and testing Collect, analyze, and interpret test data; prepare comprehensive technical reports for engineering teams Establish and maintain testing and inspection processes for PCB prototypes, including documentation of test procedures and results Coordinate the procurement of electronic components, lab equipment, and materials required for prototype development and testing Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to source, evaluate, and order parts and equipment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project specifications Maintain inventory records and manage the receipt and distribution of procured items to support engineering activities

Requirements

Experience reading, interpreting, and working with electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical procedures
Experience analyzing electronic component data sheets and attributes to support design and troubleshooting
Advanced soldering skills for product assembly and rework
Experience problem-solving to resolve technical challenges
Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to organize and manage multiple tasks efficiently to meet project deadlines
High School Diploma or equivalent + 10 years of experience or Bachelor’s Degree + 5 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Experience working with hardware and systems supporting AI applications, such as AI accelerators, GPUs, FPGAs, or custom ASICs, is highly desirable
Familiarity with the requirements and validation processes for AI hardware products and platforms is a plus
Experience operating lab test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, and oscilloscopes
Experience troubleshooting electromechanical circuits and systems using systematic problem-solving approaches
Experience with scripting languages such as Python to automate testing and data analysis (preferred)

Responsibilities

Support the development and validation of next-generation hardware for artificial intelligence (AI) and data center products
Hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of engineering prototypes, product samples, and customer evaluation platforms, with a focus on supporting hardware platforms designed for AI applications
Troubleshoot and repair engineering prototypes, product samples, and customer evaluation platforms
Operate and modify test automation programs and scripts to support engineering activities
Construct, assemble, and test electronic circuit prototypes and engineering units, including circuit boards, mechanical assemblies, and harnesses
Support the assembly, testing, and validation of hardware platforms and prototypes designed for AI applications, including high-performance computing and data center environments
Mount and install integrated circuit chips and other electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) as part of prototype assembly and testing
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data; prepare comprehensive technical reports for engineering teams
Establish and maintain testing and inspection processes for PCB prototypes, including documentation of test procedures and results
Coordinate the procurement of electronic components, lab equipment, and materials required for prototype development and testing
Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to source, evaluate, and order parts and equipment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project specifications
Maintain inventory records and manage the receipt and distribution of procured items to support engineering activities