Robotics Lab Technician

Tekgence Inc; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tekgence Inc. in Santa Clara, CA seeks a Robotics Lab Technician for a 1-year contract to provide hands-on lab support for hardware development and prototype systems.

The role involves assembling and deploying bench, rack, and data center systems, supporting fixture development, collecting lab data, and performing mechanical rework and rapid prototyping. The candidate will design CAD models and detailed drawings for custom test fixtures, integrate designs into lab systems, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD, prototyping, manufacturing, or related lab activities.
• Ability to create CAD models and detailed drawings for custom test fixtures.
• Ability to work onsite in Santa Clara, California, five days per week.
• Proficiency with hand tools is highly desirable.
• Experience with Creo is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and basic system integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install benchtop development platforms and server systems.
• Deploy systems and racks in data centers; connect power and network; bring online.
• Perform parts replacement for deployments.
• Prepare boards for solder rework by others.
• Connect oscilloscope probes and collect waveform data.
• Perform mechanical rework with power tools (e.g., Dremel).
• Design CAD models and drawings for custom fixtures.
• Support dev and refinement of prototype components using feedback.
• Use 3D printing to fabricate and assemble CAD parts.
• Run lab tests on prototypes and iterate for performance.

Skills

3D CAD

Prototyping

Manufacturing

Lab work

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Onshape

Fusion 360

Job description

Duration: 1 year

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Robotics Lab Technician will provide hands‑on lab support for hardware development and prototype systems in Santa Clara, CA. This is a one‑year contract role (approximately 2,000 hours) and is onsite five days per week. The technician will assemble and deploy bench, rack, and data center systems; support prototype and fixture development; collect lab data; and perform mechanical rework and rapid prototyping activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble, build, and install benchtop development platforms and large server systems in bench and rack labs.
• Deploy systems and racks in the data center, connect power and network, and bring systems online.
• Perform parts‑replacement projects for small- and large-volume deployments.
• Prepare boards for detailed solder rework to be completed by another lab.
• Connect oscilloscope probes to boards and collect signal waveform data.
• Perform mechanical rework using power tools such as a Dremel.
• Design CAD models and detailed drawings for custom test fixtures and integrate designs into lab systems.
• Support development, modification, and refinement of prototype components and fixtures using feedback from engineers and technicians.
• Use 3D printing and other rapid‑prototyping methods to fabricate, adjust, and assemble CAD‑designed parts.
• Run laboratory tests on prototypes and modify them as needed to improve functionality and performance.

Qualifications:

• Hands‑on experience with 3D CAD, prototyping, manufacturing, or related lab activities.
• Ability to create CAD models and detailed drawings for custom test fixtures.
• Ability to work onsite in Santa Clara, California, five days per week.
• Proficiency with hand tools is highly desirable.
• Experience with Creo is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and basic system integration is a plus.

Tools and Technologies:

• 3D CAD
• Creo, SolidWorks, Onshape, or Fusion 360
• 3D printing and rapid prototyping equipment
• Oscilloscopes and probes
• Hand tools and power tools, including a Dremel
• Server, rack, power, and network hardware