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Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in analytical testing, operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees. EAG Laboratories, part of Eurofins, offers advanced services in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences—including failure analysis, product reliability, and ATE testing. We support clients across the product lifecycle, from R&D to manufacturing. Serving diverse industries, EAG delivers expert insights and tailored solutions. Our engineers and scientists collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver actionable results. We foster a growth mindset, empowering individuals to drive success while meeting evolving technological and business needs.

Job Description

Our Sunnyvale laboratory has an opportunity for a Lab Technician (Physical Testing) responsible for sample handling and preparation, analyses, problem solving, and customer service. The work consists of physical and mechanical testing - scratch, abrasion, durability and drop testing, as well as other methods to damage and degrade physical parts. Results are documented via photography, video and spectroscopy techniques. There may also be lab work involving chemicals and chemical testing.

The job will include working in a team and collaborating with other EAG groups in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. It will involve very close cooperation with customers and excellent attention to detail is required. Good record keeping and the ability to follow work instructions will be essential. An aptitude for mechanical problem solving and the ability to address challenges in real time is a requirement. Consistency and accuracy are needed throughout all aspects of testing.

Responsibilities:

  • Sample handling, preparation and mounting samples for analysis
  • Method development and troubleshooting
  • Conduct physical, mechanical, and chemical testing
  • Document results and prepare reports on analytical results for customers
  • Regular and timely internal and external communication of results

 

This position works with companies that deal with defense-related activities and is subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). All considered applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR:

  1. U.S. Citizen
  2. U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”)
  3. Political Asylee or Refugee

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm 

Local candidates are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance will not be available for this role.

Qualifications

  • AS or BS degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or Materials Science
  • Experience in following SOPs (standard operating procedures), handling samples and materials in a controlled lab environment
  • Must be able to communicate (verbal and written) effectively with team members to discuss and clarify analytical goals, as well as resolve potential issues
  • Visual acuity and manual dexterity required; perform tasks with high precision
  • Ability to stand, lift, carry and bend while working in the lab
  • Proficient in using Excel
  • Must be detailed-oriented

What will set you apart?

  • Experience in the following techniques – reliability, hardness, drop, and mechanical testing, colorimetry, contact angle, photography, videography.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.  

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.  

Additional Information

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience.

Physical Requirements:  

  • Ability to lift to 10 lbs.
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment. 
  • Ability to use a telephone, access file cabinets, receive and ship customer products
  • Ability to sit for periods of time
  • Ability to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.     

What It’s Like to Work Here:

  • Teamwork:  Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
  • Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
  • Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Volunteer Time off

✓ Education Assistance

✓ Fitness Reimbursement

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

Be a part of a dynamic group that fosters a welcoming environment, dedicating time and resources to training new team members, as well as sharing, developing, and implementing new ideas.

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.  The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status. 

Learn more about us at www.EAG.com and check out our Careers’ page for other opportunities!

Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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