Mid Level Laboratory Jobs
Mid level laboratory jobs go to professionals ready to own protocols end to end, guide junior technicians, and make analytical decisions with minimal oversight. Hiring runs across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Energy, with Memorial Healthcare System, Orlando Health, and Brigham and Women's Hospital among the employers actively competing for laboratory professionals at this level now.
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Job Title: Lab Technician
Location: Fremont, CA – Onsite
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Lab Technician to support engineering and development activities involving hardware builds, laboratory operations, and reliability testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electromechanical systems, fine-pitch soldering, lab equipment, test fixtures, and hardware assembly. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Test Sample/System Builds:
- Assemble prototype units for time-zero and reliability testing.
- Build, modify, and rework complex electromechanical sample units.
- Perform fine-pitch manual soldering and SMT component rework under magnification/microscope.
- Perform conformal coating, potting, and precision tape application.
- Solder wires and manually assemble cable and wire harnesses.
- Follow work instructions (WIs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Complete build travelers, assembly documentation, and maintain component serial number/lot ID traceability.
Lab Infrastructure & Inventory Management:
- Track, order, and organize electronic components, tools, and consumables.
- Schedule and track routine calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Maintain compliance with ESD, chemical handling/storage/disposal, and laser safety protocols.
- Maintain clean, organized, and properly equipped laboratory workspaces.
Reliability Test Fixture Development:
- Develop and review test fixtures and support test/build processes.
- Design and assemble custom fixtures, wiring harnesses, and test boards.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade automated reliability test equipment.
- Install and configure test scripts on execution nodes.
- Initiate, monitor, and troubleshoot reliability tests.
- Support additional engineering and laboratory activities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- A certificate or diploma from an accredited technical or vocational institution is also acceptable.
- Candidates without a qualifying degree or certificate must have at least 4 years of directly relevant hardware/lab experience.
- 2+ years of experience in a hardware development, electromechanical system development, or failure analysis laboratory.
- Advanced manual soldering and micro-soldering skills, including fine-pitch rework under a microscope.
- Strong proficiency with digital multimeters, continuity testers, and power supplies.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and executing basic scripts.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data logging and component tracking.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current or prior IPC certifications, including:
- IPC J-STD-001
- IPC-A-610
- IPC/WHMA-A-620
- IPC-7711/7721
- Scripting experience, such as Python.
- Experience with MES, PLM, ERP, or structured database systems for tracking component serial numbers and lot IDs.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
Job Title: Lab Technician
Location: Fremont, CA – Onsite
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Lab Technician to support engineering and development activities involving hardware builds, laboratory operations, and reliability testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electromechanical systems, fine-pitch soldering, lab equipment, test fixtures, and hardware assembly. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Test Sample/System Builds:
- Assemble prototype units for time-zero and reliability testing.
- Build, modify, and rework complex electromechanical sample units.
- Perform fine-pitch manual soldering and SMT component rework under magnification/microscope.
- Perform conformal coating, potting, and precision tape application.
- Solder wires and manually assemble cable and wire harnesses.
- Follow work instructions (WIs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Complete build travelers, assembly documentation, and maintain component serial number/lot ID traceability.
Lab Infrastructure & Inventory Management:
- Track, order, and organize electronic components, tools, and consumables.
- Schedule and track routine calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Maintain compliance with ESD, chemical handling/storage/disposal, and laser safety protocols.
- Maintain clean, organized, and properly equipped laboratory workspaces.
Reliability Test Fixture Development:
- Develop and review test fixtures and support test/build processes.
- Design and assemble custom fixtures, wiring harnesses, and test boards.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade automated reliability test equipment.
- Install and configure test scripts on execution nodes.
- Initiate, monitor, and troubleshoot reliability tests.
- Support additional engineering and laboratory activities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- A certificate or diploma from an accredited technical or vocational institution is also acceptable.
- Candidates without a qualifying degree or certificate must have at least 4 years of directly relevant hardware/lab experience.
- 2+ years of experience in a hardware development, electromechanical system development, or failure analysis laboratory.
- Advanced manual soldering and micro-soldering skills, including fine-pitch rework under a microscope.
- Strong proficiency with digital multimeters, continuity testers, and power supplies.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and executing basic scripts.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data logging and component tracking.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current or prior IPC certifications, including:
- IPC J-STD-001
- IPC-A-610
- IPC/WHMA-A-620
- IPC-7711/7721
- Scripting experience, such as Python.
- Experience with MES, PLM, ERP, or structured database systems for tracking component serial numbers and lot IDs.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
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Mid Level Laboratory Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level laboratory job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight protocols you developed or improved, instruments you operated independently, and results you reported without heavy supervision. Applications that show measurable contributions, such as improved assay accuracy or reduced sample turnaround time, stand out. Tailor your resume to the specific discipline, whether clinical, research, or quality control, and demonstrate comfort with regulatory standards relevant to that environment.
Which companies hire mid level laboratorys?
Companies hiring mid level laboratorys right now include Memorial Healthcare System, Orlando Health, and Brigham and Women's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospital systems, contract research organizations, and environmental testing firms that need professionals who can operate with independence and consistency.
Are there remote mid level laboratory jobs?
Yes, though laboratory work is largely hands-on and most roles require on-site presence. About 8% of mid level laboratory openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve data analysis, laboratory information management, regulatory documentation, or scientific writing rather than bench work. Searching by location flexibility on Migrate Mate can help you filter for those roles.
How do I move up to a mid level laboratory role?
Moving from entry level to mid level in laboratory work comes from deepening your technical range and taking on more ownership over time. Focus on mastering a core set of instruments or methodologies, volunteering to lead experiments or validations, and documenting your contributions clearly. Professionals who progress fastest are those who can troubleshoot independently, train others, and show that their work improves outcomes beyond just following instructions.
Which industries hire the most mid level laboratorys?
Mid Level laboratory roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they require ongoing testing, compliance with quality standards, and research activities that depend on experienced laboratory professionals who can work with limited day-to-day direction.