Lab Manager
Core
Leading daily operations of a semiconductor engineering lab supporting Product and Test Engineering activities.
Role type
Lab Manager (Engineering Support)
Builds
Semiconductor test platforms, instrumentation, handlers, fixtures, and sampling equipment
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing and test engineering
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Lab operations management, team leadership (3-4 technicians), equipment calibration and maintenance, preventive maintenance systems, vendor coordination, budget management, ESD control, safety compliance, root cause analysis, inventory control, standard operating procedures development
Preferred skills
Semiconductor ATE platform support, engineering characterization, 5S/lean lab operations, failure analysis, qualification testing, reliability testing, KPI-driven performance management
Technologies
Oscilloscopes, power supplies, meters, thermal equipment, test fixtures, handlers, sampling equipment
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of lab technicians; allocate resources to support engineering schedules and maintenance needs; ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated, and ready for use; manage lab inventory and operating budget; coordinate troubleshooting and repair to minimize downtime; partner with engineering and quality teams to align lab support with business priorities; drive continuous improvement in lab efficiency and workflow discipline.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with people management