Lab Technician, Hardware 3

Actalent; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician, Hardware 3 to support development of advanced hardware systems in a fully on-site role in Redmond, WA. You will perform precision measurements, contribute to signal and power integrity work, and help ensure hardware meets performance and quality requirements.

The position emphasizes hands-on lab work with VNAs, oscilloscopes, and test equipment, collaborating with engineering teams on hardware validation and documentation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on lab experience with electronic systems and measurements.
• Experience with VNAs and oscilloscopes for lab measurements.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze hardware layouts and determine configurations for projects.
• Assemble and modify equipment to meet evolving needs.
• Build, test, and modify prototypes using models and simulations.
• Monitor equipment and adjust to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering to evaluate hardware-software interfaces.

Skills

VNA measurements

Oscilloscopes

Lab measurements

Hardware testing

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Circuit boards

Team collaboration

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)

Oscilloscopes

Design software tools

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician, Hardware 3 Job Description This role focuses on supporting the development of advanced hardware systems through hands-on lab-based measurements, testing, and hardware validation. The Lab Technician, Hardware 3 works closely with engineering teams to research, build, test, and refine computer and electronic hardware used in commercial, industrial, military, and scientific applications. You will perform precision measurements using laboratory equipment, contribute to signal and power integrity work, and help ensure that hardware systems meet performance, reliability, and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical information to determine, recommend, and plan hardware layouts, including the types of computers, peripherals, and equipment modifications required.
• Assemble and modify existing equipment and hardware components to meet specialized or evolving project needs.
• Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models developed through computer simulation.
• Evaluate factors such as reporting formats, cost constraints, and security requirements to determine appropriate hardware configurations.
• Monitor the functioning of equipment and perform necessary adjustments or modifications to ensure systems operate in conformance with specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering staff and review technical specifications to evaluate the interface between hardware and software and to understand operational and performance requirements of the overall system.
• Provide training and technical support to system designers and users on hardware configurations, measurement processes, and lab procedures.
• Perform regular Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) and oscilloscope measurements to support signal and power integrity investigations.
• Conduct lab-based measurements and hardware testing to support the development and validation of complex hardware platforms.
• Apply quality control and quality assurance practices to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and reliability of test results and measurements.
• Document test setups, measurement procedures, and results clearly and accurately for use by engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Use design and engineering software tools to support prototype development, analysis, and documentation.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, organization, and continuous improvement within the hardware lab environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of hands‑on lab technician experience working directly with electronic systems and taking measurements.
• At least 2 years of computer hardware experience, including working with components such as circuit boards, processors, and electronic assemblies.
• At least 2 years of electronics experience involving practical work with electronic equipment and measurement tools.
• Demonstrated experience performing lab‑based measurements, including use of instruments such as VNAs and oscilloscopes.
• Strong quality control and hardware testing experience in a lab environment.
• Creativity combined with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to support complex hardware development.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with engineering teams and document technical work.
• Ability to work as a team player while maintaining strong attention to detail in all tasks.
• Basic mentoring skills to provide support and constructive feedback to peers or junior team members.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology in hardware development.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering or hardware design.
• 57 years of relevant professional experience in hardware, electronics, or a closely related field.
• Bachelors degree or associates degree in engineering is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands‑on lab technician experience with a focus on measurement‑intensive roles is highly desirable.
• Experience performing VNA measurements and interpreting results in the context of signal and power integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately represent technical skills and equipment experience in documentation and resumes.
• Experience supporting the development of complex hardware platforms through lab‑based measurement and testing.
• Familiarity with quality assurance practices in a hardware or electronics lab environment.
• Ability to work independently while following established lab procedures and engineering guidelines.

Work Environment This role is fully on-site in a hardware lab environment located in Redmond, WA, with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, and no expected overtime. You will work five days per week on-site, collaborating closely with engineering teams on lab-based measurement and testing activities. The lab environment involves frequent use of test and measurement equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), oscilloscopes, and other electronic test instruments, as well as hands‑on work with circuit boards, electronic assemblies, and computer hardware. The team focuses on signal and power integrity work to support advanced hardware development. A Surface laptop is provided for engineering, documentation, and analysis tasks. The work culture emphasizes accuracy, integrity, collaboration, and clear representation of technical experience, with opportunities for extension based on project needs and budget.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond, WA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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