Lab Manager - Hardware

Responsibilities:
* Manage physical NY lab space and work closely with Meta facilities teams.
* Be the designated responsible individual for operating and using high-end metrology test equipment.
* Work closely with engineers to perform measurements on embedded electro-mechanical prototype and production components and assemblies.
* Perform validation measurements on production systems for correlation with vendor performance.
* Maintain a high level of documentation for test procedures and results.
* Failure analysis & characterization testing
* Coordinate metrology and calibration of lab instrumentation using standard test equipment, and review results to evaluate performance
* Assign preventative maintenance of equipment and systems.
* Staff training

Requirements:
* Demonstrated performance in several of the skills listed below:
o Lab management
o Electrical, mechanical and imaging testing
o Assembly of precision electro-mechanical assemblies
o Experience in documenting test procedures and validation reports
o Experience with using precision metrology, such as CT scanners, CMMs, Tensile Testers, Optical/Laser Scanners, Oscilloscopes, etc.
o Fast learning on operating new equipment.
o Familiarity with software for controlling lab equipment is a plus (e.g. LabVIEW, C/C++, Python, etc.)
* Familiarity with CAD modeling package is a plus (e.g. SolidWorks, NX, etc.)
* Excellent documentation and report writing skills
* Excellent cross-functional teamwork skills
* Logical and creative thinking
* Energy and drive to work in a startup environment
* 5+ years combined experience in lab manager or lab technician roles required, with at least 2 of those years in lab management. Associates, bachelors, or advanced degrees in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline are a plus

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

* Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

* Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

* 401(k) plan and contributions

* Long-term/Short-term Disability

* Paid Parental Leave

* Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Application accepted till 4/15/2024