Engineering Lab Technician

Teradyne; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid birthday off

Great staff facilities

Walking distance from ConstellationBus

Employee centric company

Job summary

Teradyne Inc. in Auckland (Rosedale) seeks an Engineering Lab Technician to support engineering and product-development activities, working hands-on with mechanical assemblies, electrical and optical boards, prototype systems, and lab equipment.

You will test, modify, and rework assemblies, fabricate chassis, assemble prototype modules, and debug circuitry. Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in electronics or related field, the ability to read schematics, hands-on testing, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or qualification from a vocational or technical school in electronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience setting up, testing, and troubleshooting electrical or mechanical equipment.
• Experience using software and productivity tools, such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize work, maintain accurate technical information, and manage laboratory supplies.
• Interest in using AI tools to improve productivity, technical problem-solving, or documentation.

Responsibilities

• Test, modify, and rework mechanical assemblies and electrical or optical boards according to engineering requirements.
• Assemble prototype systems, including modules, electrical boards, mechanical components, and chassis.
• Program boards, modules, and systems.
• Conduct final system testing to verify assemblies are complete and functioning correctly.
• Provide feedback to mechanical engineering on build and design-for-assembly.

Skills

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Hands-on hardware testing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Documentation

AI tools interest

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in electronics/tech

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Our Purpose

Teradyne brings high-quality innovations to life. Our advanced test and automation solutions help manufacturers develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Together, we solve complex technical challenges and enable the next generation of technology.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking an Engineering Lab Technician to support engineering and product-development activities at our Auckland location. You will work hands-on with mechanical assemblies, electrical and optical boards, prototype systems, and laboratory equipment.

In this role, you will:

• Support final product bill of materials (BOM) activities and engineering change notice (ECN) management.
• Test, modify, and rework mechanical assemblies and electrical or optical boards according to engineering requirements.
• Fabricate prototype mechanical chassis and front panels.
• Develop practical solutions for integrating challenging mechanical assemblies into temporary or prototype chassis.
• Assemble prototype systems, including modules, electrical boards, mechanical components, and chassis.
• Assemble and evaluate experimental circuitry.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, layouts, defined plans, and written or verbal instructions.
• Perform testing, diagnostic, and troubleshooting activities.
• Program boards, modules, and systems.
• Conduct final system testing to verify that assemblies are complete and functioning correctly.
• Provide clear assembly and design-for-assembly feedback to mechanical engineering.
• Create and maintain part numbers and associated product information.
• Manage laboratory supplies and help maintain an organized, safe, and effective laboratory environment.
• Apply sound judgment and initiative when resolving technical and assembly challenges.
• Recommend practical solutions and improvements based on hands-on findings.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you are ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or qualification from a vocational or technical school in electronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering theory.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience setting up, testing, and troubleshooting electrical or mechanical equipment.
• Experience using software and productivity tools, such as programming applications, graphical drawing tools, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize work, maintain accurate technical information, and manage laboratory supplies.
• Interest in using AI tools to improve productivity, technical problem-solving, or documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience soldering electrical or electronic components.
• Experience handling PCB modifications and rework.
• Experience assembling and testing prototype systems.
• Familiarity with BOMs, ECNs, and part-number creation.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

• Health insurance
• Paid birthday off
• Great staff facilities (lunchroom outdoor flow and BBQ area)
• Walking distance from Constellation Bus Station
• Employee centric company

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