Automation Lab Operations Engineer

Insight Global

Full-time other-general
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Location
Palo Alto, CA, United States
Posted
July 18, 2026

Job Description

Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a Automation Lab Operations Engineer for one of our automotive technology clients. This individual will own day-to-day operations of the hardware testing and automation lab, supporting both development and QA teams through hands-on hardware setup, rack buildouts, inventory management, and technical troubleshooting.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building and modifying hardware, creating custom wiring solutions, managing lab logistics, and serving as the go-to resource for maintaining test environments and supporting engineering teams.
Responsibilities

Build, assemble, and maintain automation racks and testing environments
Install, route, and manage Ethernet, power, and communication cabling
Perform OS imaging and initial configuration of test PCs and rack-mounted systems
Build, modify, and repair custom wiring harnesses through soldering, crimping, and connector assembly
Perform hardware modifications, u...