Lab Technician (m/f/d)

Midea Europe GmbH; Stuttgart; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International working environment

Flexible hours and remote options

Collaborative culture

Training programs

Private pension contributions and meal

Job summary

Midea Deutschland in Stuttgart is seeking a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support testing activities for built-in refrigerators. You will prepare samples, operate lab equipment, and assist engineers to set up test configurations across development projects.

You will maintain equipment, document test results, and contribute to prototyping efforts with attention to detail. English communication is essential; some German knowledge is a plus in a collaborative, international team.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification in a technical discipline, with preference for Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience as a technician.
• 3+ years of experience in laboratory, testing, technical support, or prototyping in home appliance or consumer electronics.
• Confident using laboratory equipment, test fixtures, and hand tools; prototyping tools are an advantage.
• Strong understanding of product development processes and testing methodologies.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot during prototyping.
• Strong communication in English; German knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory setups and support testing activities for built-in refrigerators, aligning with test plans and product specs.
• Prepare test samples, operate laboratory equipment, and support troubleshooting during product testing and validation.
• Collaborate with engineers and test owners to prepare test setups and address issues identified during testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, test fixtures, and workspaces, ensuring a safe, organized testing environment.
• Record test setup details, equipment status, test activities, and observations; provide documentation to project teams.
• Support performance, durability, functional, and usability testing by preparing equipment and samples and assisting data collection.
• Stay informed on new materials, technologies, and prototyping techniques to enhance the prototyping process.

Skills

Lab equipment handling

Prototyping tools

Product development knowledge

Testing methodologies

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Measuring instruments

Test fixtures

Hand tools

Job description

Your responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory setups and support testing activities for built-in refrigerators, ensuring alignment with test plans and product specifications.
• Prepare test samples, operate laboratory equipment, and support troubleshooting during product testing and validation.
• Collaborate with engineers and test owners to prepare test setups and address practical issues identified during testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, test fixtures, and workspaces, ensuring a safe, organized, and reliable testing environment.
• Record test setup details, equipment status, test activities, and relevant observations, providing clear support documentation to project teams.
• Support performance, durability, functional, and usability testing by preparing equipment and samples and assisting with data collection.

Stay informed on new materials, technologies, and prototyping techniques to enhance the prototyping process and efficiency

Your profile

• Minimum qualification in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, or related field), with a preference for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience as a technician.
• 3+ years of experience in laboratory, testing, technical support, or prototyping work, preferably in the home appliance or consumer electronics industry.
• Confident using laboratory equipment, test fixtures, and hand tools; experience with prototyping tools is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of product development processes and testing methodologies.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues during the prototyping process.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English; knowledge of German is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team in a dynamic environment.

What we offer

• An international working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Flexible working hours and remote working options.
• A collaborative culture focused on quality and innovation.
• Access to training programs and career development initiatives.
• Employee benefit programs, including private pension contributions and lunch allowance.