Senior Electronics Lab Tech & Inventory Lead

Credo; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Equity

Medical benefits

Job summary

Credo’s Lab Technician III leads the day-to-day operation of the electronics lab in San Jose, ensuring a safe, organized, and scalable environment for engineering teams. You will manage inventory, equipment, logistics, and lab upkeep while mentoring junior technicians.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, proactive service, and strong collaboration across R&D, vendors, and facilities. Base pay ranges hourly with discretionary bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Five plus years of experience in a high-tech or electronics lab.
• Proficiency with IT software and hardware and diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters.
• Ability to configure and manage basic networking topologies, switch racks, and the lab environment.
• Understanding of lab space requirements and experience coordinating lab build-outs or expansions with Facilities and vendors.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for a variety of engineering and IT issues.
• Advanced knowledge of ESD prevention protocols, proper handling of hazardous materials, and adherence to local safety standards (e.g., OSHA).
• Experience managing the lifecycle of confidential, pre-production, or high-value prototype hardware using JIRA.
• Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset, with the ability to work across R&D, vendors, safety, and operations teams.
• Experience with documentation for ISO, EHS, ESD, and SOP requirements is a plus.
• Able to lift at least 100 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab expansion planning and execution, including space planning, new equipment (e.g., walk-in chamber), and requirements for power, temperature control, and air.
• Coordinate with Facilities on lab space, electrical systems, HVAC, and safety regulations.
• Partner with the ESD and EHS Specialists to ensure all labs comply with policy.
• Maintain EHS, ESD, ISO, and SOP documentation.
• Keep labs clean, organized, and safe, and oversee recycling and waste disposal.
• Manage lab inventory (evaluation boards, components, computers, hardware) so engineers always have what they need.
• Oversee shipping and receiving, including international shipments and trade show logistics.
• Serve as backup for Lab Technicians and provide guidance on lab procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab IT, networking, and equipment in partnership with IT; coordinate calibration, repairs, and vendor service.
• Manage the lifecycle and records of confidential, pre-production, and high-value hardware; support annual asset audits and rental equipment.
• Serve as the technical bridge between R&D engineers, vendors, safety, and operations, providing hands-on lab setup support.
• Handle purchasing as needed to keep the lab stocked.

Skills

Five+ years electronics lab experience

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Customer service mindset

Lab safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Digital multimeters

JIRA

Job description

Credo’s Lab Technician III leads the day-to-day operation of the electronics lab in San Jose, ensuring a safe, organized, and scalable environment for engineering teams. You will manage inventory, equipment, logistics, and lab upkeep while mentoring junior technicians.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, proactive service, and strong collaboration across R&D, vendors, and facilities. Base pay ranges hourly with discretionary bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.