Lab Operations Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Premium PPO/HMO medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Company 401(k) with match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Delart in Redmond, WA seeks a hands-on Lab Operations Specialist to keep dynamic R&D labs running smoothly.

You will ship and receive equipment, manage inventory and asset tagging, set up lab hardware, racks, cabling and network devices, coordinate moves, and work with vendors to maintain safety and compliance across multiple labs.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in electronics, IT, or a related field.
• At least 1 year in a laboratory, technical operations, logistics, or hands-on support role.
• Ability to lift/move equipment and install racks.
• Experience with inventory management and asset tracking.
• Basic device setup and network registration knowledge.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication for vendor and lab coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ship, receive, pack, and transport equipment between labs and sites.
• Manage lab inventory, tagging, and asset tracking.
• Set up lab hardware, rack installation, cabling, and network switches.
• Coordinate lab moves, space reconfigurations.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and calibration with vendors.
• Support vendor and guest lab visits on-site.
• Coordinate EHS and facilities needs and ensure safe lab practices.

Skills

Inventory management

Asset tracking

Lab operations

Communication skills

Physical work

Education

Associate's degree or related technical field

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/IT/Engineering

Tools

Rack installation tools

Network equipment setup

Inventory software/spreadsheets

Job description

About the job

Delart is home to a team of world-class engineers and project leaders dedicated to developing the next generation of advanced networking technologies, consumer devices, and innovative technology solutions. Trusted by some of the world’s leading technology companies, we deliver highly scalable, mission-critical solutions that power both consumer and business applications globally. Since our founding in 2017, we have been at the forefront of designing cutting-edge networking, telecommunications, and consumer products, while driving end-to-end project execution and creating transformative technology applications.

Overview

Support the daily operations of dynamic R&D laboratory environments by ensuring logistics, equipment, and facilities run seamlessly. This hands-on, generalist position maintains lab functionality through robust coordination, equipment management, and diligent execution of operational tasks across multiple labs.

Responsibilities

• Ship, receive, pack, and transport equipment, devices, and prototypes between labs, buildings, and sites.
• Manage lab inventory and asset tagging, including applying asset tags, tracking serial numbers, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Set up and deploy lab hardware: stage devices, assemble and install server racks, install shield boxes, run cabling, and configure network switches.
• Facilitate lab moves, buildouts, and space reconfiguration by relocating equipment, furniture, and supplies to keep labs organized and functional.
• Perform basic device setup and network registration for lab devices.
• Coordinate and assist with equipment maintenance, repair, and calibration performed by external vendors.
• Schedule and support vendor and guest lab visits, providing on-site assistance as needed.
• Coordinate environmental health & safety (EHS) and facilities needs, including reporting issues, supporting inspections, and maintaining safe lab practices (such as ESD and PPE protocols).
• Identify and flag inventory or supply reorder needs to Lab Managers and purchasing teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and diligent tracking of completed work in task management systems, including clear records for lab assets and processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical/vocational training in electronics, IT, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory, technical operations, logistics, or hands-on support role.
• Proficient in hands-on physical work, including lifting/moving equipment, rack installation, cabling, and use of common hand tools.
• Experience with inventory management and asset tracking (including tagging, serial number tracking, and use of spreadsheets).
• Basic familiarity with device setup and network registration.
• Exceptional organizational skills and close attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for routine coordination with vendors, facilities, and lab users.
• Ability to work on-site full-time in Redmond, WA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field such as Electronics, IT, or Engineering.
• Experience working in electronics, wireless, hardware, or R&D laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and technical logistics processes.
• Experience with device network registration and provisioning in lab environments.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, including ESD controls and PPE use, as well as coordination with facilities and EHS programs.
• Familiarity with electronic asset management or inventory management systems.
• CA Base Pay
• $55,000—$75,000 USD

Benefits

• Delart provides competitive benefits and compensation across all regions where we operate. In the United States, our benefits package includes premium PPO and HMO medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA), life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, and a generous paid time off policy.
• Join us in shaping the future of technology.
• Delart is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. We strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.