Manufacturing Technician

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Austin, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support the System Level Test (SLT) Engineering Lab. This highly hands-on role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing test systems used to validate next‑generation AMD silicon products.

The position is fully onsite with a compressed night‑shift schedule. You will work closely with engineers and technicians, perform preventive maintenance, updates to software/firmware/BIOS, and handle component repairs with basic

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with test equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience using multimeters and performing basic electronic diagnostics; soldering experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computer hardware, including servers, memory, storage, and system assembly.
• Basic Linux operating system and command-line experience.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance, calibration processes, and tester validation.

Responsibilities

• Support System Level Test (SLT) equipment setup and operation for silicon validation activities.
• Perform software, firmware, and BIOS updates on test systems.
• Troubleshoot test failures, electronic circuit boards, and hardware-related issues.
• Execute tester validation and preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Perform component-level repairs and soldering as needed.
• Use diagnostic tools, including multimeters, to support hardware troubleshooting.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to support daily lab activities and priorities.

Skills

Hands-on electronics

Hardware troubleshooting

Diagnostic tools

Soldering

Lab operations

Linux basics

Server hardware

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Military technical training

Relevant technical certifications

Tools

Multimeters

Test equipment

Soldering equipment

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

Together, we advance your career.

The Role

AMD is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support our System Level Test (SLT) Engineering Lab in Austin, Texas. This is a highly hands‑on position focused on maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing test systems used to validate next‑generation AMD silicon products. Working in a fast‑paced hardware lab environment, you will partner closely with engineers and technicians to ensure test equipment is operating reliably and efficiently.

The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with hardware, diagnosing issues, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting critical lab operations. This role offers exposure to advanced server platforms, silicon validation activities, and cutting‑edge semiconductor technologies. The position is fully onsite and requires working a compressed night‑shift schedule.

The Person

You are a hands‑on technician who enjoys working with electronics, computer hardware, and test equipment. You are comfortable using diagnostic tools, performing hardware repairs, and troubleshooting complex issues in a laboratory environment. You take ownership of equipment reliability, work well independently, and collaborate effectively with engineering teams to keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support System Level Test (SLT) equipment setup and operation for silicon validation activities.
• Perform software, firmware, and BIOS updates on test systems.
• Troubleshoot test failures, electronic circuit boards, and hardware‑related issues.
• Execute tester validation and preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Perform component‑level repairs and soldering as needed.
• Use diagnostic tools, including multimeters, to support hardware troubleshooting.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to support daily lab activities and priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Hands‑on experience with test equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience using multimeters and performing basic electronic diagnostics; soldering experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computer hardware, including servers, memory, storage, and system assembly.
• Basic Linux operating system and command‑line experience.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance, calibration processes, and tester validation.
• Experience with liquid cooling systems is a plus.
• Technical background in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.

Academic Credentials

• Associate degree, technical diploma, military technical training, or equivalent experience in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant technical certifications are considered a plus.

Location

Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Shift

This is a rotational night shift position.

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.