AerotekVerified Source

Test Technician, Lab Calibration & Hardware Testing

25K
Onsite · San Jose, California
Posted August 14, 2026
contract

Overview

Test Technician will own calibration, testing, and preparation of scientific instruments for shipment at scale, providing first line troubleshooting for equipment issues. You will work hands-on with various test instruments and lab hardware while contributing to daily operations and ongoing process improvements. You will join a collaborative team focused on precision, quality, and safety in a controlled lab environment. This role offers hands-on exposure to advanced laboratory equipment and opportunities to develop practical calibration and test skills.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Build calibration procedures for a range of instruments and verify performance against specifications
  • 2Test instruments using tester hardware to confirm functionality before shipping
  • 3Prepare instruments for shipment including final checks documentation and packaging
  • 4Provide first line troubleshooting to diagnose instrument problems
  • 5Identify root causes of equipment issues and collaborate with teammates to implement fixes
  • 6Participate in group problem solving to resolve technical challenges and improve workflows
  • 7Contribute to process improvements to increase efficiency accuracy and reliability in calibration and testing
  • 8Work safely and consistently within established engineering and laboratory practices handling centrifuges plate readers and related hardware
  • 9Communicate clearly with colleagues regarding equipment status test results and issues identified during calibration or troubleshooting

Requirements10

  • 1Hands on experience with instrument calibration in a technical or laboratory setting
  • 2Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and test equipment issues
  • 3Experience working with engineering test equipment and hardware testing processes
  • 4Practical experience with centrifuges and plate readers
  • 5Familiarity with chemistry concepts relevant to liquid handling and laboratory instrumentation
  • 6Experience with liquid handling equipment such as Beckman Agilent and Hamilton systems
  • 7Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate documentation
  • 8Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in calibration and testing tasks
  • 9Prior work experience with calibration automation centrifuges and plate readers
  • 10Experience working with laboratory automation systems and liquid handling platforms

Salary Insight

$25k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Jose, California

Required Skills

instrument calibrationhardware troubleshootingcentrifugesplate readersliquid handlingBeckman systemsAgilent systemsHamilton systemsdocumentationattention to detailprocess improvementcollaborative mindsetcommunication skills
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