Lab Technician
Talascend is currently seeking a Lab Technician for a contract opportunity with our client in Newark, California.
Overview
The role involves supporting test setups for power electronics labs, performing and monitoring tests, and assisting with failure analysis and troubleshooting equipment.
Responsibilities
- Support the test setups for power electronics labs (environmental, thermal, durability, etc.)
- Perform and monitor tests as needed by the test plan e.g. EOL and thermal measurements
- Support the failure analysis/root cause analysis for failed units/components
- Wiring high voltage cables, coolant lines, and low voltage cables to test stations
- Troubleshoot equipment for potential set up errors
- Prepare harnesses and connectors according to engineers’ requirements
- Keep the lab organized according to 5S methodology
Qualifications
- 1-3 years experience
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and components
- Basic understanding of HV and LV wiring and ability to read schematics
- Basic experience with setting up and programming thermal chambers
- Basic experience with cooling systems (antifreeze, coolant, refrigerant)
- Strong mechanical skills
- Hands-on mentality
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and responsive
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Disqualifiers: Job longevity is a huge factor in reviewing resumes. He wants someone who is going to stay on a job for a year.
Preferred Requirements
- Sense of organization and orderliness
Shift
8:30-5 M-F, onsite
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.