Hardware Design Lab Lead — Prototyping & Operations

Socket.dev; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to manage shared Product Design lab spaces onsite in Cupertino. You will operate equipment, assist engineers with prototype builds, and own the systems that keep the labs running.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical teams across the product life cycle, supporting material characterization and lab setup as the footprint grows to enable future hardware offerings.

Qualifications

• AA in EE, ME or CS or 2+ years in a related field.
• Comfort with assembling and disassembling prototypes.
• Ability to handle confidential information and unreleased products.
• Ability to prioritize requests from multiple engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage shared lab spaces and workflows onsite.
• Operate lab equipment and support prototype builds.
• Assist with material characterization and lab systems.
• Coordinate with engineers to keep labs running smoothly.

Skills

Prototype handling

Written communication

Prioritization

Procedures writing

Education

AA in EE/ME/CS

2+ years in related field

Tools

CMM

Keyence

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to manage shared Product Design lab spaces onsite in Cupertino. You will operate equipment, assist engineers with prototype builds, and own the systems that keep the labs running.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical teams across the product life cycle, supporting material characterization and lab setup as the footprint grows to enable future hardware offerings.