Lab Technician

The Lab Technician plays a vital role in maintaining an efficient, safe, and organized lab environment. This position supports engineering teams by managing inventory, equipment, logistics, and general lab upkeep. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, Customer-Service focused, and experienced in working within an electronics lab setting. This role ensures that all lab materials-including evaluation boards, electronic equipment, computer components, and general supplies-are readily available and properly maintained to support day-to-day engineering activities.

Base salary range is $25 - $45 an hour. The base salary offer will depend on factors such as education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.

Why Credo

• Purpose: We invest in what matters. From meaningful-future shaping projects to competitive compensation, we empower you to grow your career while making a lasting impact.
• People: Connection starts within. We collaborate, celebrate wins, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work.
• Possibilities: Our belief shapes what’s next. Our technology powers the most reliable and energy-efficient connections around the world - and our team powers new products and markets that come next.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize inventory of evaluation boards, electronic components, computers, and related hardware, monitoring supply levels and replenishing materials so engineers have continuous access to what they need; perform light purchasing as needed to keep the lab stocked with components, tools, and consumables.
• Keep lab spaces clean, organized, and safe (workbenches, doors, floors), monitor environmental factors such as air quality and noise levels, and manage recycling and waste disposal; organize and maintain equipment storage areas for safe and efficient access.
• Provide hands-on support to engineering teams, including setup of test equipment, evaluation boards, and other lab materials; communicate regularly with engineers to understand needs and resolve lab-related issues; perform routine checks and basic upkeep on lab computers and equipment.
• Pack and ship lab materials for engineering and sales teams with secure packaging and timely delivery, coordinating with the Shanghai office on international shipping and logistics; assist with trade show preparation, including organizing inventory, packing materials, and supporting shipping.
• Partner with IT on data storage, secure access, and lab IT systems (including internet connectivity) and with Facilities on electrical systems, HVAC, and safety compliance; manage rental equipment, maintain accurate asset records for items valued above $5,000 USD, and conduct annual asset audits with Purchasing and Accounting.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience working in an electronics lab environment, with experience in inventory management (familiarity with electronics and computer components preferred) and fundamental knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Strong organizational abilities and high attention to detail, with a basic understanding of lab safety standards and compliance practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, IT, Facilities, Purchasing, and Accounting.
• Experience with asset management processes is a plus.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

About Credo

Credo’s mission is to transform connectivity at scale through fast, reliable, and energy-efficient system solutions. Our high-speed copper and optical interconnect products deliver industry-leading power and performance at up to 1.6T to meet the ever-expanding data infrastructure demands of AI.

Our product portfolio includes ZeroFlap (ZF) Active Electrical Cables (AECs) and ZF optical transceivers, OmniConnect memory solutions, and a suite of retimers and DSPs for optical and copper Ethernet and PCIe, all leveraging the PILOT diagnostic and analytics software platform. Credo innovations enable our customers to connect the systems that connect the world.

Credo is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email [email protected].