Lab Manager
Job in
Cupertino, Santa Clara County, California, 95014, USA
Listed on 2026-08-13
Listing for:
Socket.dev
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
As Lab Manager, you'll wear two hats: you'll lead and develop a team of lab technicians/coordinators while also rolling up your sleeves as an individual contributor — running experiments, operating equipment, and directly supporting engineering programs. This is a hybrid player-coach role for someone who wants both people leadership and hands‑on technical ownership. You'll ensure the lab runs safely and efficiently while also being a technical resource engineers can rely on day‑to‑day.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 3+ years of hands‑on experience working in a technical/engineering lab environment, including direct execution of tests and equipment operation
- 1+ years of experience leading, mentoring, or managing a team (direct reports, project team, or informal lead role)
- Strong understanding of lab safety standards, hazardous materials handling, and regulatory compliance
- Experience with equipment maintenance, calibration procedures, and asset management systems
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance individual technical work with team management responsibilities
- Ability to lift and move lab equipment as needed
- Willingness to work on‑site 5 days a week; some roles may require flexibility for early/late hours around equipment deliveries, test schedules, or urgent repairs
- Experience in a hardware development or R&D environment (consumer electronics preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to switch fluidly between hands‑on technical work and people leadership in a fast‑paced environment
- Familiarity with EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA) and chemical/electrical safety protocols
- Experience with inventory/asset management software and procurement systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work cross‑functionally with engineers, technicians, and vendors
- Project management experience or certification (PMP, Six Sigma, etc.)
- Experience supporting confidential or prototype‑stage hardware programs
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