Engineering Technician

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture.

We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

Together, we advance your career.

AMD's Data Center Platform Engineering Group (DPEG) is designing, building and delivering innovative technology infrastructure enabling the digital world. We create cloud-enabling server solutions that help the world's leading companies turn their ideas into reality. Our customers are future-focused and so are we, always a step ahead of the next challenge. As experts in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, we're the bridge between problem and solution for the world's leading cloud and telecom providers.

Our customers depend on us to solve their most complex server design needs. Come and join our Data Center Platform Engineering Group where we are building amazing, powered products with amazing people.

This is an exciting role in which you will have great exposure to the latest technologies in the industry. In this role, you will be working as a member of the system development team. The position will handle multiple projects simultaneously, maintain project schedules/deadlines. Assist engineering projects by assembling, testing, refining prototypes, and evaluating new electronic components. You will be working closely with multiple engineering organizations.

If you are passionate about finding and resolving issues and thrive in fast-paced, technically challenging environments where you work on various problems, and exposure to the latest technology this could be the perfect opportunity.

This position requires a theoretical knowledge of engineering, specifically electronic and electrical engineering, as well being heavily involved with hands-on. The position will utilize tools and technologies including electronic and computer hardware, architecture, and components; soldering tools for circuit boards and electronics;
Linux and Windows-based diagnostic/test programs to benchmark electronic component performance.

• Build, debug, test, repair, and upgrade computer prototypes (computers, servers, peripherals, programs, and software/firmware).
• Proficient in hand soldering.
• Assist engineers in the evaluation, design, and test of new electronic components.
• Document prototype construction and maintain pertinent engineering records.
• Write procedures and various technical documents.
• Perform Lab Management responsibilities to maintain and organize a clean and efficient lab.
• Materials management to inventory/track/ship materials.
• Utilize analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to perform the above.

• Experienced in engineering test, debugging, tech support, or relevant experience. Experience with in a computer hardware environment preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of computer architecture and components (CPU, power supply, memory, graphics cards, flash memory, etc.).
• Strong demonstrated soldering skills. Knowledge of circuit boards, soldering, and electronics.
• Ability to diagnose the root cause of computer system failure and isolate the components/failure nodes.
• Ability to use custom Linux and Windows-based diagnostic/test programs to run benchmarks/tests on electronic components' performance.
• Understanding of hardware and software interactions; able to apply this understanding to resolve issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people at various levels in the organization.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability; use rigorous logic to solve…