Laboratory Technician

Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years of experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees and a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods. At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.

About the role

EAG Laboratories is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our SIMS team. The Technician will prepare samples and equipment for analyses, including mounting, machining, and polishing techniques. This position is located in Sunnyvale, CA. As relocation assistance is not offered, we encourage local candidates to apply.

Responsibilities

• Sample preparation: cleaving samples to size, cleaning as needed, and mounting samples for SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry) analysis.
• Operate supporting equipment such as profilometers, microscopes, fine tools (tweezers, scribing tools, etc.).
• Section, mount, and clean test pieces in a consistent manner acceptable for analysis.
• Use chemical solutions and processes to prepare or clean samples.
• Review and adhere to customer specifications and requirements, including visual inspection of received materials for condition and correlation with customer description.
• Handle customer materials and company equipment in a responsible and efficient manner.
• Protect confidential information and proprietary processes.
• Comply with ISO 27001 standard and company requirements for information security.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Communicate with visitors and complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Requirements

• This position supports work related to defense applications and is subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). All considered applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Basic understanding of chemical safety.
• Relevant experience in performing analytical testing with sophisticated equipment is a plus.
• Fine manual dexterity, high level of accuracy, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain exceptional organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (glasses, contacts, etc.).
• Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets, and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office or lab equipment.
• Ability to sit for periods of time.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Company Matching
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Fitness Reimbursement

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Mondays to Fridays: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

What It’s Like to Work Here

• Teamwork: Be inspired by your leaders, encouraged by your teammates, and supported in all parts of your journey.
• Learning & Development: Take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
• Diversity & Authenticity: We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.