Electronics Lab Technician
Southwire Company · Largo, FL · 3 wk ago
Analyst$32–$35.99/hrFull-time
About the role
Location: Largo, FL
The Lab Technician supports the Electrical Engineering team through hands-on prototype builds, testing, and validation activities in support of product development and design iteration. This role is primarily bench-focused and emphasizes prototype assembly, functional verification, and development testing. The position requires strong practical electronics skills, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly document technical results.
Responsibilities
- Perform bench‑level electrical and electronic testing using standard lab equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and loads.
- Build, assemble, and modify electrical and electronic prototypes in support of engineering development, validation, and design iteration.
- Support engineering development efforts through hands‑on prototype bring‑up, functional verification, and design feedback.
- Perform component‑level troubleshooting and rework, including soldering of through‑hole and surface‑mount components.
- Configure, assemble, and maintain custom fixtures and test setups required for prototype evaluation and development testing.
- Execute defined test procedures and document results clearly, including measurements, observations, and conclusions.
- Provide limited support for investigation of returned or abnormal units when required.
- Maintain lab organization, equipment condition, consumable inventory, and general housekeeping in accordance with safety and quality expectations.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and quality teams to support development testing, validation activities, and corrective improvements.
Skills
- Proactive in learning and self-motivated.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attentive to technical data with heavy reading and writing.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Must be able to function in a team environment while staying focused on individual responsibilities.
- Proficient with Office365 applications (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook).
Benefits
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave & More
Pay
$32.00 – $35.99
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p