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Engineering Lab TechnicianAmphenol Communications Solutions • Santa Clara, CA, US
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Engineering Lab Technician

Engineering Lab Technician

Amphenol Communications Solutions • Santa Clara, CA, US
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Overview

Engineering Lab Technician (Signal & Mechanical Integrity) at Amphenol Communications Solutions, Santa Clara, CA. This role supports both Signal Integrity and Mechanical Integrity testing of connector products, involving hands-on testing, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure products meet specifications.

Location and Compensation

Location : Santa Clara, California. Employment type : Full Time. Wage : $25.00 - $38.00 per hour.

Position Title

Engineering Lab Technician (Signal & Mechanical Integrity)

About Us

Amphenol High Speed Products Group is a global leader in high-speed, high-bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom / Datacom market. We support Tier 1 OEMs and enable electronics across mobile networks, storage, servers, routers, and switches. Headquartered in Nashua, NH, with facilities worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform frequency (S-Parameter), time-domain (TDR, BERT), and low-level resistance measurements using lab instruments such as 4-wire meters, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
  • Conduct mechanical testing using equipment such as Instrons to obtain force measurements and perform stress / cycle testing.
  • Execute repeatable experiments and characterizations for both electrical and mechanical performance.
  • Accurately record, store, and analyze data using Excel; generate reports and presentations in PowerPoint.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of lab work and experiments in a laboratory notebook.
  • Collaborate with Signal Integrity Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing, and Sustaining Engineering teams.
  • Handle sensitive equipment with precision and consistency.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of postsecondary education in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
  • Strong aptitude in mechanical systems, geometry, statistics, and numerical analysis.
  • Ability to read and interpret geometric drawings, schematics, and block diagrams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
  • Experience with Instron equipment and Bluehill software is a plus.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to repeatedly connect / disconnect threaded cable connectors using precision torque or static wrenches.
  • Fixturing of test samples requiring use of hand tools and lifting up to 30 lbs.
  • Primarily sedentary role involving benchtop instruments and computer work.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    The hourly rate for this position ranges between $25.00 / hr to $38.00. Amphenol considers nondiscriminatory factors in determining pay, including geographic location, experience, qualifications, skills, and education. Our total rewards package includes benefits effective day 1 (medical, dental, vision), vacation, sick leave, personal days, paid holidays, life insurance, short / long term disability, and 401K matching.

    Equal Opportunity

    Amphenol is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / National Origin.

    Additional Information

    For more company information, please visit our website at https : / / www.amphenol-cs.com /

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    Engineering Technician • Santa Clara, CA, US