Role: Hardware Lab Assistant – Device Testing Lab
Type: Contract / Full-Time
Contract Duration: 9 Months Initial Contract, with potential to extend
Start Date: ASAP
Locations: CA, USA
Working Model: Fully Onsite
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00 local time
Travel: Limited travel may be required and approved business travel will be reimbursed
Overtime: Occasional overtime may be required
Overview
We are seeking hands-on Hardware Lab Assistants to support physical device labs used for testing smart TV and consumer streaming-device software for a leading global technology organisation.
The role will focus on building, wiring and maintaining hardware test setups using TV boards and connected host computers. You will work alongside experienced lab engineers, following clear written instructions to prepare mounting plates, connect hardware, perform basic power-on checks and maintain an organised laboratory environment.
This is a practical, process-driven position suited to someone with a basic understanding of electrics and electronics, confidence using hand and power tools, and a careful and reliable approach to hardware handling. A software development or engineering background is not required.
Key Responsibilities
-Prepare mounting plates by measuring, marking and drilling acrylic/Plexiglas sheets.
-Mount electronic boards securely using standoffs and screws.
-Connect boards to power supplies, UART/serial adapters, USB, HDMI and network connections.
-Perform basic power-on and functional checks from a connected PC.
-Use simple documented Linux or macOS terminal commands where required.
-Route, organise and label cables to maintain clear and reliable test setups.
-Maintain accurate inventory records for boards, fixtures and spare parts.
-Keep the lab clean, organised and ESD-safe.
-Identify and report faulty or damaged hardware to the lab engineer.
-Follow all safety, confidentiality and security procedures.
-Support hardware swaps and basic troubleshooting as directed by the lab team.
Basic Qualifications
-Basic understanding of electrics and electronics, including voltage, polarity and safe handling of power supplies.
-Awareness of ESD and safe handling of sensitive electronic components.
-Practical mechanical skills and confidence using hand and power tools, including drills.
-Basic computer skills.
-Ability to follow written instructions accurately and consistently.
-Strong attention to detail and a reliable approach to repetitive technical tasks.
-Ability to handle confidential hardware and information appropriately.
-Good written and spoken English.
-Availability to work onsite five days per week.
-Flexibility to support occasional overtime where required.
Preferred Qualifications
-Previous QA or testing experience, including hardware/device testing or defect reporting.
-Hardware engineering experience such as board bring-up, assembly or prototype work.
-Data centre or server room experience, including rack builds, cabling, hardware swaps or asset tracking.
-Experience using Linux or macOS terminals.
-Linux experience, ideally Ubuntu.
-Soldering experience.
-Experience using a multimeter.
-Previous experience within a lab, workshop or electronics assembly environment.
-Technical training or study in electronics, mechatronics or a related discipline.
-Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, TFTP, HTTP and SSH.
-PC/server hardware knowledge.
-Computer hardware troubleshooting and repair experience.
Working Environment
-Fully onsite role within a physical hardware/device testing lab.
-Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:00 local time.
-Remote working is not available.
-Candidates will work closely with experienced lab engineers.
-Work will involve practical hardware assembly, cable management, basic testing and inventory control.
-Clear written processes and day-to-day guidance will be provided.
-Occasional overtime may be required during unexpected lab or power-related issues.
-Strong attention to safety, ESD controls, organisation and confidentiality is essential.
