Data Center Hardware Technician

Quick Facts

• Role: Hands-on Hardware Technician (Data Center Hardware)

• Focus: Precision rework, electrical validation measurements, and hardware bring-up/debug for prototype server platforms

Description

You’ll support development of next-generation custom server hardware as a detail-oriented technician. Perform electrical rework and modifications on prototype server main logic boards (MLBs), companion boards, and test fixtures, then verify results with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, and power supplies. You’ll also assist engineers with board bring-up, failure analysis, test fixture builds, test automation setups, and overall lab operations—turning schematic changes into verified and documented outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Precision rework and independent modification of complex prototype server boards and test fixtures from schematics, layout files, and engineering change requests

• Perform fine-pitch work including BGA/LGA/QFN removal and replacement, 0201 passives, jumper wires, micro-coax installation, and trace modifications

• Apply correct process control for large, high-layer-count boards using preheat, bottom-side heating, and thermal profiling

• Verify completed rework using DMMs, DC power supplies, and oscilloscopes (continuity, opens/shorts, component values, and circuit functionality)

• Support bring-up and debug with quick-turn rework, component swaps, and measurements of power sequencing, reset/power-good timing, clocks, and low-speed buses (I2C/SMBus, SPI, UART)

• Assist with structured failure analysis through isolation, component removal, and inspection

• Build and modify test fixtures, cables, and support hardware; assemble prototype systems as needed

• Support automated test systems by setting up runs, collecting data, and summarizing results

• Process and log rework/measurement requests in the tracking system with traceable documentation

• Partner with engineers on rework approach, component substitutions, and probe-point access while flagging reliability/measurement risks

• Maintain organized, calibrated, stocked lab stations and track equipment maintenance/calibration

• Follow EHS and lab SOPs, including ESD control and safe handling of chemicals and hot equipment

• Improve and document rework/measurement procedures and share best practices

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in high-precision manual assembly and rework of electronic circuit boards in an R&D lab, hardware development, or production-support setting

• Proven ability to hand-solder and rework BGA, LGA, QFN and CSP packages and passives down to 0201 under a microscope, including fine jumper wires, micro-coax, and trace modifications

• Expert operation of rework equipment: soldering irons, hot air, preheaters, and hot plates, and BGA rework stations

• Skilled with electrical lab instruments: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, and DC power supplies (trigger/timebase setup, grounding, probe choice, capturing waveforms)

• Able to read schematics and PCB layouts and locate components and test points on dense boards

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including managing engineer expectations and clearly documenting work

• Strong commitment to lab safety, ESD practices, and housekeeping; familiarity with basic chemical hazards; able to lift up to 35 lbs