Lab Engineer II

Join a dynamic and interdisciplinary team focused on creating the next generation of AI-powered wearable devices. As a Lab Engineer II, you will work with research scientists, hardware and software engineers, and cross-functional teams to develop and operate advanced capture systems that support AI research. Your expertise will contribute to understanding and modeling the physical world through innovative wearable technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data capture sessions, data annotations, data processing, and quality assurance using both commercial and proprietary software and hardware.
• Support and maintain capture labs to ensure seamless operations.
• Assemble, debug, and verify capture systems by collaborating with hardware engineers, motion capture vendors, and internal teams.
• Test existing capture systems comprehensively to ensure accuracy and correctness, identifying and isolating sources of error.
• Provide technical feedback on system quality, stability, and output effectiveness.
• Create milestones and timelines to facilitate project management.
• Identify and escalate project blockers, working with researchers and lab managers to resolve issues.
• Produce detailed technical documentation for capture systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in both Linux and Windows operating systems, including command line usage.
• Experience in a production capture setting, with multi-camera systems, depth sensors, and IMUs.
• Skills in debugging, profiling, and troubleshooting software and hardware issues.
• Experience in joint hardware/software design, development, and integration.
• Hands-on and creative problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
• Curiosity and adaptability in learning new technologies.
• Effective communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• 5+ years experience with capture systems.
• Experience with distributed systems or cloud services.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation, such as Python and shell scripts.
• Familiarity with open source software.
• Experience in fault or failure mode analysis.
• Knowledge of camera synchronization and real-time systems.
• Experience in system development from concept to deployment.
• Skills in working with 3D printers and rapid prototyping.

This is a fully onsite, lab-based role requiring hands-on system interaction in a collaborative and cross-functional team culture. You will work in a fast-paced environment that supports high-volume capture operations, maintaining standard business hours with project-driven priorities. Close coordination with researchers, engineers, and program stakeholders is essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sausalito, CA.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sausalito,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.