Lab Technician

As a Lab Technician, you will assist in applications development by preparing samples, performing analytical tests, recording data and observations, and preparing summaries of experiments. You will perform die bonding applications manually and automatedly, troubleshoot basic process issues, and escalate appropriately. Additionally, you will perform parameter optimization and failure analysis, handle microscopic components, and use microscopes, tweezers, and vacuum tools. You will be responsible for process documentation, basic troubleshooting, and maintaining repeatability and yield.

• Assist in applications development by preparing samples and performing analytical tests.
• Record data and observations, and prepare summaries of experiments.
• Perform die bonding applications manually and automatedly.
• Troubleshoot basic process issues and escalate them appropriately.
• Perform parameter optimization and failure analysis.
• Handle microscopic components using microscopes, tweezers, and vacuum tools.
• Document processes and perform basic troubleshooting to maintain repeatability and yield.

• 1+ years of industry experience in a related field.
• Technical certification or degree in a related field.
• Materials testing background, experience working with metals, QC background, or lab experience.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to log process data.
• Hands-on and good time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, focus on process control, documentation, and maintaining quality.

• Familiarity with statistical analysis software such as Minitab is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team environment, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
• Able to stand, reach, use fine tools, and occasionally lift small weights or handle assemblies.

You will work in a lab environment that offers a small company feel with big financial backing. The culture is supportive and everyone gets along well. The role requires you to stand, reach, use fine tools, and occasionally lift small weights or handle assemblies.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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