Engineering Lab Technician

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With over two decades of experience as trusted advisors, Penguin Solutions is an end‑to‑end technology company solving the industry’s most complex challenges in computing, memory, and LED solutions. Penguin designs, builds, deploys, and manages high‑performance, high‑availability enterprise solutions, allowing customers to achieve their breakthrough innovations.

Date Posted:
Feb 12, 2026

Requisition

Location:

Maynard, MA, US, 01754

Engineering Lab Technician I

Job Summary

The Engineering Lab Technician supports engineering and cross‑functional teams by setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware/software test systems as well as laboratory equipment. This role contributes to testing, debugging, data collection, prototype fabrication, and documentation to ensure accurate results, reliable systems and efficient lab operations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to effectively support multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support multiple functional laboratories, including Hardware, Software, Edge and AI/HPC test environments.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, debug and maintain laboratory equipment and test systems
• Fabricate, modify and assembly systems and prototypes for evaluation and testing.
• Assist engineers with experiments, product testing, validation and debugging activities.
• Prepare test samples, fixtures, and prototypes according to engineering specifications
• Collect, record, and organize test data; maintain accurate and complete lab documentation
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance and calibration coordination for lab equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues; coordinate repairs and replacements as needed.
• Manage lab inventory, including tools, calibration schedules, components, consumables and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and security requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient laboratory environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiative for lab processes, tools and workflows
• Create, document and submit hardware and software Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Provide functional support to groups such as Technical Publications and Education, including printing, preparing and deploying documentation to support engineering and customers.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Hands‑on experience in a laboratory or technical environment
• Familiarity with common lab instruments (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, environmental chambers)
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, schematics, and procedures
• Basic computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, Word, data entry systems)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline
• Experience supporting hardware, electrical, or mechanical testing
• Knowledge of test automation, data acquisition systems, or scripting tools
• Experience with quality standards, test documentation, or ISO procedures
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Time management and organizational skills

Working Conditions

• Work performed primarily in a laboratory environment
• May require standing for extended periods and lifting moderate weights
• Occasional overtime or shift work may be required based on project needs

The base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position in Maynard, MA is $54,; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations, including job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. The position is bonus‑eligible, and there are medical, dental, and vision benefits available. There is a 401(k) saving plan and other benefits, such as Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse environment that embraces differences and fosters inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal‑opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, national origin, race, ethnicity, creed, gender, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.