Hardware Technician

Lenovo; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo seeks a skilled Hardware Development Lab Technician to support server hardware development, prototype assembly and day-to-day lab operations in North Carolina.

You will assemble, configure and modify prototype servers, perform rework with soldering, manage parts orders and inventory, ensure safety and quality standards, and coordinate with procurement, vendors and engineers to keep projects on schedule in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, computer hardware or related discipline.
• Hands-on experience assembling, repairing or troubleshooting server hardware.
• Familiarity with soldering, desoldering and electronic hardware rework.
• Ability to read technical drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure and modify prototype server systems per engineering specs.
• Perform board-level and cable-level rework including soldering.
• Order electronic components and manage lab inventory and purchases.
• Coordinate with procurement, finance, engineering teams and suppliers.

Skills

Electronics assembly

Soldering

Hardware troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Procurement systems

Inventory management

Lab safety

Communication

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

We are seeking a skilled and highly organized Hardware Development Lab Technician to support server hardware development, prototype assembly and day‑to‑day lab operations. This position combines hands‑on technical work—including server builds, hardware rework, soldering, troubleshooting and component installation—with responsibility for ordering parts, managing lab supplies and coordinating with internal procurement teams and external vendors.

The ideal candidate has experience working with computer or server hardware, is comfortable performing detailed electronic assembly and rework, and can manage multiple technical and administrative priorities in a fast‑paced engineering development environment.

Key Responsibilities

Server Hardware and Prototype Support

• Assemble, configure and modify prototype server systems, subsystems and rack‑level solutions according to engineering specifications, build instructions and schematics.
• Install and replace processors, memory, storage devices, system boards, power supplies, riser cards, network adapters, GPUs, cables, cooling components and other server hardware.
• Perform board‑level and cable‑level rework, including soldering, desoldering, connector replacement, wire modifications and other approved hardware changes.
• Prepare systems for engineering testing, demonstrations, customer evaluations and shipment.
• Assist with the installation and integration of servers, networking equipment, power‑distribution hardware and rack‑level solutions.

Lab Operations and Material Management

• Order electronic components, server parts, tools, consumables and other laboratory supplies using company purchasing and ordering systems.
• Create and track purchase requests, purchase orders and material requisitions.
• Work with procurement, finance, engineering teams and approved vendors to obtain quotations, confirm part availability and resolve ordering or delivery issues.
• Monitor order status, lead times, backorders and expected delivery dates, and communicate potential schedule impacts to project stakeholders.
• Receive, inspect, label and organize incoming parts and equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for development hardware, spare parts, tools and consumable materials.
• Help establish appropriate minimum and maximum inventory levels for frequently used lab supplies.
• Identify obsolete, damaged or excess materials and coordinate their proper disposition.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, asset tracking and movement of equipment within the lab.
• Maintain organized storage areas, workbenches, tool stations and prototype‑build spaces.

Safety, Quality and Compliance

• Follow established electrostatic‑discharge controls, laboratory safety procedures and equipment‑handling requirements.
• Ensure soldering and rework activities comply with applicable workmanship and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Safely handle heavy server equipment and use appropriate lifting equipment or team‑lifting procedures.
• Support laboratory audits, asset reviews, inventory counts and other compliance activities.
• Identify potential safety, quality or operational concerns and elevate them promptly.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification or equivalent practical experience in electronics, computer hardware, electrical engineering technology or a related discipline.
• Hands‑on experience assembling, repairing or troubleshooting computer, server or electronic hardware.
• Experience with soldering, desoldering and electronic hardware rework.
• Working knowledge of processors, memory, storage, system boards, power supplies, network adapters, GPUs and related server components.
• Familiarity with ESD‑safe work practices and standard electronics laboratory tools.
• Experience using purchasing, inventory, ERP or material‑ordering systems.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, schematics, bills of materials, assembly instructions and engineering change documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities in a hardware development environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with engineers, procurement personnel, vendors and other lab team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a server, data‑center, electronics‑manufacturing or hardware‑development laboratory.
• Experience building or supporting prototype server systems and engineering samples.
• Familiarity with high‑performance computing, GPU servers, AI platforms or rack‑scale solutions.
• Experience with liquid‑cooled server hardware, rack power distribution or high‑density computing equipment.
• Knowledge of IPC soldering and workmanship standards; current IPC certification is a plus.
• Experience with component inventory, bill‑of‑material management and prototype material tracking.
• Familiarity with enterprise purchasing, asset‑management and shipping systems.
• Experience coordinating directly with component suppliers, distributors and contract manufacturers.
• Basic Linux, system‑management or server diagnostic experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work regularly in a server hardware laboratory.
• Ability to lift and move server components and equipment in accordance with company safety requirements.
• Ability to perform detailed work involving small components, connectors, cables and solder joints.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach and work around server racks and laboratory benches for extended periods.
• Willingness to use appropriate personal protective equipment and material‑handling equipment when required.

Success in This Role

Success in this position requires a combination of technical capability, precision, ownership and responsiveness. The successful candidate will build and modify prototype hardware accurately, keep critical materials and supplies available, maintain clear records and help engineers execute development activities safely and efficiently.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.