Electronic Lab Technician – Power Testing

CAEtech Inc.; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CAEtech is seeking an experienced Electronic Lab Technician – Power Testing for a full-time contract position in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on high- and low-power prototype testing, lab equipment maintenance, and high-voltage safety in a hands-on laboratory environment.

The ideal candidate will read schematics and mechanical drawings, fabricate cables, troubleshoot devices, and support power testing projects.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant technical experience in an electrical/electronics lab.
• Hands-on technical experience in an electrical/electronics laboratory environment.
• Experience reading schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Follow high-voltage lab safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Fabricate cables and connectors per voltage/current specs.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and instruments.
• Coordinate and maintain lab equipment calibration records.
• Keep the lab organized and safe for testing.
• Build, test, and repair prototype devices and cabling.
• Troubleshoot prototypes using docs and design input.
• Perform PCBAs and soldering as needed.
• Support high- and low-power project testing in the lab.

Skills

High-voltage safety

Schematics & drawings

Lab test equipment

Troubleshooting

Cable fabrication

PCB rework

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Power supplies

Job description

CAEtech is seeking an experienced Electronic Lab Technician – Power Testing for a full-time contract position with benefits supporting prototype development and testing in an electrical/electronics laboratory environment. Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. This position is fully onsite in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The technician will work fully onsite and support high- and low-power project testing, prototype construction and troubleshooting, lab equipment maintenance, and high-voltage safety activities. The position requires strong hands-on technical skills, familiarity with standard electronic test equipment, and the ability to read electronic schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Follow established high-voltage laboratory safety procedures and practices, including proper use of PPE.
• Fabricate cable harnesses and connectors based on voltage and current requirements.
• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment, instruments, hand tools and power tools.
• Coordinate and maintain laboratory equipment calibration.
• Maintain an organized and clean laboratory environment.
• Construct, test and repair prototype devices, including cables and connectors.
• Troubleshoot prototype devices using technical documentation and input from design engineers.
• Perform PCBA rework and soldering.
• Support high- and low-power project testing in a hands-on laboratory environment.

Skills Required

• Knowledge of high-voltage safety procedures and practices.
• Ability to read electronic schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies and other standard laboratory test equipment.
• Hands-on electrical/electronic troubleshooting skills.
• Cable and connector fabrication skills.
• PCBA rework and soldering skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, time-constrained, multitasking environment.
• Self-motivated approach with a strong sense of responsibility and urgency.

Skills Preferred

• Experience building and testing high-voltage and high-power electronics products.

Education Required

High school diploma, associate degree, or equivalent relevant experience. The manager specifically indicated that either a high school diploma or associate degree is sufficient for these laboratory roles.

Experience Required

• 5–10 years of relevant technical experience.
• Hands-on technical experience appropriate for an electrical/electronics laboratory environment.

Experience Preferred

• Power laboratory experience.
• Experience building and testing high-voltage or high-power electronic products.

About CAEtech

CAEtech connects talent, technology and innovation to help organizations and professionals move programs, technologies and opportunities forward. Founded in 1989, CAEtech has decades of experience connecting specialized engineering, technology and professional talent with leading organizations and technology-driven programs. Our experience spans mobility and automotive, advanced manufacturing, software and digital technologies, and other emerging technology markets.