Engineering Lab Operator

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Austin, TX, is seeking a hands-on Lab Operations professional to support testing, validation, and development of next‑generation technologies. You will partner closely with engineers and cross‑functional teams to execute lab work orders, assist with product debug activities, and ensure critical testing objectives are completed safely, efficiently, and with high quality.

The role offers a dynamic technical environment and clear milestones.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing, semiconductor, electronics, laboratory, or engineering support environment preferred.
• Ability to document results accurately and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Execute prioritized work orders per procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage product samples during testing, ensure accurate tracking and timely completion.
• Support engineering debug and validation activities including system setup and data collection.
• Document progress, testing results, and equipment issues with clear status updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate inventory staging, sample prep, and material handling to support lab operations.
• Maintain organized work environment and contribute to continuous improvement and cross-training.

Skills

Hands-on hardware experience

Documentation & reporting

Team collaboration

Adaptability

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Work order management systems

Diagnostics tools

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believetechnology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shapingthefuture.

Whetheryou’redesigning next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, orbringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger— technologythat moves the world forward.Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.

THE ROLE:

Join AMD's engineering lab operations team and help enable the testing, validation, and development of next-generation technologies. In this hands‑on role, you will partner closely with engineers and cross‑functional teams to execute lab work orders, support product debug activities, and ensure critical testing objectives are completed safely, efficiently, and with a high level of quality. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic technical environment while contributing directly to key product development milestones.

THE PERSON:

You are a dependable, detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment. You enjoy working hands‑on with hardware, following established processes, solving problems, and collaborating with engineers to achieve shared goals. Strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, adaptability, and a commitment to quality and continuous learning will help you succeed in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute prioritized work orders in accordance with established procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage product samples throughout the testing process, ensuring accurate tracking and timely completion.
• Support engineering debug and validation activities, including system setup, hardware swaps, and data collection.
• Document work progress, testing results, and equipment issues while providing clear status updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate inventory staging, sample preparation, and material handling to support efficient lab operations.
• Maintain an organized work environment and contribute to continuous improvement and cross-training initiatives.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a manufacturing, semiconductor, electronics, laboratory, or engineering support environment.
• Familiarity with engineering lab operations, test equipment, troubleshooting, and diagnostic processes.
• Experience supporting product validation, characterization, testing, or debug activities.
• Proficiency using work order management systems, tracking tools, or related operational software.
• Ability to follow technical procedures, accurately document results, and manage multiple priorities.Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams and supporting operational or engineering objectives.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education preferred.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant technical training, vocational coursework, or certifications are a plus.

LOCATION:

Austin, Texas, US

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.