At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Hardware Engineering Technician & Shipping/Receiving Specialist. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on with hardware components while also handling logistics and supply chain tasks. The ideal candidate will support the hardware engineering team with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting equipment, while simultaneously managing shipping, receiving, and inventory operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Hardware Engineering Technician Duties

• Assist engineers in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting hardware components, systems, and prototypes.

• Perform diagnostics and repair of hardware equipment, identifying and resolving issues promptly.

• Conduct fine-pitch soldering and rework of electronic components for prototyping, assembly modifications, and repairs.

• Conduct quality control checks on hardware components to meet performance and safety standards.

• Document test results, assembly procedures, and maintenance records in an organized and detailed manner.

• Support the design, development, and modification of hardware systems, fixtures, and tools.

• Ethernet networking experience is desired to ensure seamless hardware connectivity and performance.

Shipping/Receiving Duties

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments of hardware, tools, parts, and other materials to ensure accuracy and quality.

• Manage outgoing shipments by preparing, packaging, and labeling items according to company and carrier standards.

• Process shipping and receiving documentation in coordination with the operations or logistics team.

• Maintain inventory organization for hardware components and engineering supplies in the warehouse or stockroom.

• Coordinate with vendors, carriers, and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics and resolve any shipment-related issues.

• Track incoming and outgoing shipments, and maintain accurate inventory records using software or ERP systems.

Qualifications:

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency with fine-pitch soldering and rework of electronic components.

  • Experience with hardware assembly, testing equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.), and troubleshooting tools.

  • Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems, schematics, and technical drawings.

  • Ethernet networking experience is desired.

  • Knowledge of inventory management software and shipping tools (e.g., FedEx, UPS, or freight systems).

• Experience & Education:

  • Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hardware engineering, manufacturing, or logistics role.

  • Forklift certification (optional but preferred for shipping/receiving tasks).

• Core Competencies:

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • The ability to multitask and balance hardware engineering and logistics tasks effectively.

  • Physical ability to lift, move, and package items up to [weight threshold, e.g., 40 lbs].

  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.

• Software Proficiency:

  • Experience with CAD software and test automation tools (preferred for engineering tasks).

  • Familiarity with inventory management systems (e.g., Oracle NetSuite, SAP, or other ERP platforms).

Work Environment:

• This role will be split between an engineering lab, warehouse facility, and potentially office spaces.

• The candidate may be required to work around machinery, tools, and hardware testing equipment, as well as lift and move packages as part of shipping/receiving duties. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be adhered to when required.

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

F5 maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, geographic locations, and market conditions, as well as to reflect F5’s differing products, industries, and lines of business. The pay range referenced is as of the time of the job posting and is subject to change.

You may also be offered incentive compensation, bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. More details about F5’s benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.f5.com/company/careers/benefits. F5 reserves the right to change or terminate any benefit plan without notice.

Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting accommodations@f5.com.