Server Validation Lab Technician

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara California that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. global company that specializes in manufacturing semiconductor devices used in computer processing. The company also produces flash memories graphics processors motherboard chip sets and a variety of components used in consumer electronics goods.

Job Title: Server Validation Lab Technicia

Work Location: Austin TX 78728

Duration: 12 Months

Work Type: Temporary Assignment

Job Type: Onsite

Job Description:

Clientis seeking a motivated hands-on Server Validation Lab Technician to join our Server BIOS team. This role supports validation of cutting-edge server platforms and manageability firmware in a high-volume lab environment.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented technically curious and comfortable working directly with server hardware rack infrastructure and engineering teams.

Education & Experience:

Associates or Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering Information Technology Electronics or related technical field preferred.
Candidates with a high school diploma must have 5 years of equivalent hands-on experience in server hardware testing data center operations or lab infrastructure support.
CompTIA A Network or similar technical certifications are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Deploy configure and maintain x86 server platforms within a high-volume validation lab environment.
Perform system bring-up BIOS and firmware updates and platform configuration across multiple validation programs.
Install and configure Linux and Windows Server operating systems for testing purposes.
Conduct hardware failure isolation across CPU memory (DIMMs) PCIe devices storage networking and power subsystems.
Troubleshoot L1/L2 network connectivity validate switch configurations and support rack-level network infrastructure.
Diagnose and resolve rack-level power distribution issues including PDUs and power balancing.
Analyze system logs firmware outputs and OS-level errors to support root cause analysis.
Reproduce defects and collaborate with BIOS firmware and hardware engineering teams to validate fixes.
Utilize remote management tools (BMC/IPMI serial console KVM-over-IP) for system access and debug.
Execute test procedures and assist with basic scripting or automation tasks (Python PowerShell or Bash preferred).
Manage rack infrastructure including cabling airflow considerations hardware swaps and lifecycle handling.
Maintain accurate inventory tracking asset management and support hardware shipping/receiving workflows.
Follow ESD and lab safety procedures while working with sensitive hardware components.
Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent debug and validation activities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in high-density server or data center environments.
Familiarity with x86 server architecture and modern server technologies (PCIe Gen4/Gen5 NVMe RAID).
Basic understanding of networking concepts (VLANs subnets switch validation).
Experience supporting engineering teams during hardware or firmware validation cycles.
Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to document findings clearly.

Physical Role Demands:

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
Frequent standing walking bending and reaching.
Manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
Visual acuity for detailed hardware inspection and system monitoring.
Comfortable using ladders and working at rack height.
Ability to work in a lab/data center environment with elevated noise levels and varying temperatures.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara California that develops computer processors an...