Engineering Technician IV (Photonics/Optics)

About the role

The Photonics/Optics Technician supports the development, characterization and manufacturing of advanced optical and photonic devices, modules and systems. The role involves hands-on work with optical components, lasers, fiber-optic assemblies, photonic integrated circuits, metrology equipment and laboratory instrumentation, working closely with scientists and engineers to build, test, troubleshoot and optimize optical systems used in telecommunications, datacenter interconnects, sensing, imaging and next-generation photonics.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate optical and opto-mechanical systems from engineering drawings and procedures, and perform precision fiber alignment, optical coupling and packaging of photonic devices and modules.
• Install, configure and maintain lasers, detectors, cameras, spectrometers, optical fibers and associated hardware, and support wafer-level, die-level and package-level optical device evaluation.
• Run optical and electro-optical characterization experiments following test plans, measuring insertion loss, fiber-to-chip coupling efficiency, optical power, spectral response, polarization characteristics and high-speed link performance, then collect data and write test reports.
• Operate and maintain optical spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, probe stations, light sources, imaging systems and environmental test systems, and perform routine calibrations and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot optical, mechanical and electrical issues in test setups and prototypes, identify root causes of performance deviations and support process development and prototype builds.
• Maintain records of procedures, test results and equipment status, improve SOPs, and help with inventory management and procurement of lab materials.

Required profile

• Associate degree, technical certificate or equivalent experience in photonics, optics, physics, electrical engineering technology, laser technology or applied sciences.
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory, manufacturing or testing experience in optics, photonics, semiconductors or related fields.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics and technical procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Required skills

• Experience with optical alignment and fiber handling.
• Familiarity with common optical laboratory equipment and measurement techniques.

What we offer

• Salary of $33.00 - $45.70.
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program.
• Full-time position, no travel required, relocation eligible.