Entry Level Lab Assistant Jobs in Hamden, CT (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-04-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT494: 5FS - Farmington, CT 5 Farm Springs, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA
Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?
Otis is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with 0-3 years of experience to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about human interface technologies, embedded systems, networking, Linux-based platforms, and mobile applications. You'll work hands-on with new product development while also supporting existing fielded equipment used by customers worldwide.
On a typical day you will:
Design & Development

• Contribute to the design, prototyping, and testing of new human interface devices, controllers, and sensor systems.
• Support embedded hardware and firmware development efforts.
• Assist in integrating devices with networking systems, mobile applications, and Linux-based environments.

Documentation & Engineering Support

• Update and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, test plans, and field documentation.
• Prepare technical reports, validation test results, and engineering change documentation.

Field & Customer Support

• Troubleshoot customer issues related to hardware, firmware, or system-level operation.
• Perform root-cause analysis on failures and contribute to long-term corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, manufacturing, field support) to resolve global customer problems.

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• 0-3 years of engineering experience (internships/co-ops included)
• Interest or experience with human interface devices, embedded systems, networking, Linux, and mobile/device connectivity
• Strong problem-solving skills and customer-focused mindset
• Willingness to relocate to Connecticut
• Hands-on, curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Motivated to solve problems with real-world customer impact

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded C/C++ or Python
• Knowledge of sensors, signal conditioning, and communication protocols (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
• Experience with lab/test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters)
• Exposure to Git, Jira, or similar tools

Additional Comments:
Given the nature of the position, applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.
What we offer:

• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

The salary range for this role is $61,000-$91,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world's most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You'll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you'll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people - passengers, customers, and colleagues - at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes - prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.
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Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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