Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract R&D Technician with our client located in Pleasanton, CA.
Job Responsibilities:
Perform temperature measurements using a variety of tools, including IR cameras and thermocouples
Conduct instrument testing for multiple purposes, including design verification
Measure digital, analog, and power signals (up to 250VDC)
Design, build, and configure test setups to support R&D objectives
Record, organize, and analyze test data to support engineering decisions
Operate confidently in both Windows and Linux computing environments
Take ownership of assigned tasks, working independently with minimal oversight
Engage in root cause analysis
Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Occasional travel to contract manufacturer sites and other locations (<10%)
Job Qualifications:
Associate degree in Electronics or a related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in an R&D environment
Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and related equipment
Experience with thermal management of electronic components
Experience with bonding processes using various adhesives and epoxies
Knowledge of optics and opto-mechanical systems (lenses, lasers, fibers)
Capable of using Google Docs/Workspace and Microsoft Office
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work well in a team
Experience from Automotive or Aerospace industry
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Working knowledge of lasers and laser safety/operating environments
Experience with industrial design and automotive requirements
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $45-60/hr
Location: Pleasanton, CA (Onsite)
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Pleasanton, CA
Salary
$45–$60 Per Hour
Skills
Adhesivesunmatched
Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
Analog Microwave or Powerunmatched
Analog Signalunmatched
Automotive Industryunmatched
Computer Systemsunmatched
Contract Manufacturingunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Design Verificationunmatched
Electrical Componentsunmatched
Electronicsunmatched
Google Appsunmatched
IR (Infrared)unmatched
Industrial Designunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Linux Operating Systemunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
Opticsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Oscilloscopeunmatched
Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Test Dataunmatched
Testingunmatched
Thermal Managementunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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