Lab Technician

Location: Hillsboro, OR

About the role

We are looking for a hands-on Lab Technician to support hardware testing, motherboard rework, system bring-up, lab inventory, and hardware logistics. The ideal candidate should have experience working with computer motherboards, electronic components, schematics, and sensitive hardware such as SoCs/CPUs.

Responsibilities

• Rework and troubleshoot hardware, including Intel motherboards.
• Perform soldering, de-soldering, probing, wiring, and unwiring of electronic components such as resistors and capacitors.
• Support hardware system bring-up, including installation of SoCs/CPUs, heatsinks, BIOS flashing, and OS installation.
• Ramp systems up and down safely within the lab environment.
• Read and interpret large electrical schematics and circuit diagrams, including Allegro-based designs.
• Handle sensitive electronic components such as SoCs and CPUs using proper ESD and handling procedures.
• Manage lab inventory, equipment, components, and supplies.
• Track inventory and maintain accurate records for the team.
• Coordinate procurement, shipping, and receiving of hardware and lab materials.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Follow established hardware handling, safety, and ESD procedures.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience working with computer motherboards and electronic hardware.
• Strong experience with soldering and de-soldering.
• Ability to perform hardware probing and component-level rework.
• Experience with system bring-up and hardware installation.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and circuit diagrams.
• Experience handling sensitive electronic components such as SoCs, CPUs, and other ICs.
• Basic understanding of BIOS flashing and OS installation.
• Strong organizational skills for inventory and lab logistics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a technical lab team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Intel-based platforms or motherboards.
• Experience in a hardware engineering, validation, testing, or semiconductor lab environment.
• Familiarity with Allegro or similar PCB/schematic tools.
• Knowledge of ESD safety and electronics lab best practices.