OSI Engineering · 15 hours ago
Lab Commissioning Technician (Materials Equipment Setup)
Menlo Park, CA
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40/hr - $55/hrOSI Engineering is a growing startup focused on materials and chemical research. They are seeking a hands-on Lab Commissioning Technician to set up and maintain specialized equipment in their lab, ensuring it becomes fully operational while solving practical challenges independently.
Staffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Owen Williamson
Responsibilities
Unbox, assemble, and install laboratory and utility equipment
Anchor, mount, and set up equipment such as gas cylinder racks and chillers
Assist in connecting equipment exhausts to the building’s HVAC system (HVAC knowledge a plus)
Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as issues arise
Work creatively to solve unexpected problems (e.g., adapting equipment connections, fittings, or power plugs)
Collaborate with lab leadership to ensure equipment installations are completed safely and correctly
Communicate clearly with team members and management about progress, challenges, and recommendations
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience in equipment setup, maintenance, or facilities work in a lab, manufacturing, or semiconductor environment
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance in a startup or R&D lab setting
Comfortable with physical tasks such as unboxing, lifting, drilling, and anchoring equipment
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Creative and resourceful approach to technical challenges
Preferred
Familiarity with compressed gas systems, chillers, and/or HVAC integration is highly desirable
Benefits
Flexible scheduling during standard business hours.
Opportunity for long-term or full-time conversion as lab operations scale.
Company
OSI Engineering
OSI Engineering is a premier Staff Augmentation and Managed Services partner for today's tech leaders and tomorrow's luminaries.
Founded in 2010
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Javier Diaz
Chief Executive Officer
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