Lab Engineer III

Sunnyvale, CA 94089

Posted: 04/28/2025 Job Number: 40634

Job Description


Lab Engineer III
Onsite


Summary:

The Reliability Engineering Team plays a critical role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. We work closely with cross-functional partners to identify and mitigate risks, develop and execute reliability tests, and analyze data to inform design and process improvements. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality products that exceed user expectations, and we're committed to continuous learning and growth in our pursuit of innovation and excellence in reliability engineering.

Responsibilities:
  • Deeply understand DIC, accelerometer, strain gauge and other sophisticated testing methods in order to train and assist technicians
  • Design, develop, and implement test fixtures and setups to support REL tests
  • Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing and equipment operation.
  • Train new personnel on equipment operation
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues
  • Execute high-impact, high-priority REL Test requests
  • Communicate progress, blockages, issues and progress in a timely manner
  • Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing and equipment operation.
  • Follow documentation for testing and equipment operation
  • Set up and operate test equipment, including sensors, strain gauges, and accelerometers.
  • Apply sensors and strain gauges to test specimens and ensure accurate data collection.
  • Write and maintain accurate records of test results, including data analysis and interpretation.
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and resolve problems, being sure to communicate to Lab Manager and Lab Engineer.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize test processes and equipment.
  • Track time spent on activities, and report daily

Required Skills:
  • Environmental chambers, used for heat soak and temperature cycling
  • Controlled drop tower
  • High Speed Video cameras, for example from Photron or Phantom brands
  • Digital microscopes, such as Keyence brand
  • Universal Testing Machines, such as machines from Instron brand, both single- and bi-axial
  • UV Chamber, such as from Atlas Material Testing

Preferred Skills:
  • Shock towers, such as from Lansmont brand
  • Electrodynamic vibration table
  • Digital Image Correlation
  • Collaborative Robot Arms, such as from Universal Robotic

 

Pay range is $65 - $70 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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