Voyant Photonics · 4 months ago
Internship, Lidar Test Engineering
New York Office
Internship
Onsite
InternVoyant Photonics, based in New York City, is transforming machine perception with innovative LiDAR devices. They are seeking a motivated LiDAR Test Engineering Intern to contribute to the development of next-generation LiDAR modules, involving hands-on design, testing, and collaboration across engineering teams.
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Responsibilities
Design & Build Test Fixture
Select and integrate electrical and mechanical connectors for module interface
Design and layout a custom PCB for testing functionality and signal access
Develop a mechanical enclosure for the test fixture ensuring ease of use and robustness
Test Automation & Data Handling
Write scripts to automate test execution and collect module performance data
Implement data storage and logging infrastructure for traceability
Perform initial data analysis (e.g., signal integrity, power, thermal, or optical performance) and summarize results for the engineering team
Collaboration & Reporting
Work with hardware, photonics, and systems engineers to ensure fixture validity and coverage
Document test plans, fixture schematics, and software in a reproducible, maintainable format
Present findings and recommendations to the team in a clear and structured manner
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Coursework or project experience in PCB design, mechanical CAD, or test fixture development
Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data collection and analysis
Comfort with basic lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, etc.)
Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to work hands-on in a lab environment
Preferred
Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., PyVISA, LabVIEW, or custom Python libraries)
Exposure to signal integrity, optics, or sensor systems
Previous internship or project work involving both mechanical and electrical design
Strong written documentation and data analysis skills
Benefits
Team events and company meetups
Complimentary lunch provided daily at our NYC office
Opportunity to contribute directly to the development of next-generation LiDAR products
Mentorship from senior hardware, photonics, and systems engineers
Hands-on experience with PCB design, mechanical prototyping, and test automation
Competitive compensation and potential for conversion to full-time
Company
Voyant Photonics
Voyant Photonics manufactures light detection to perform three-dimensional sensing, measure range, velocity, and reflectivity.
Founded in 2018
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$22.89MKey Investors
UP Partners
2023-07-25Debt Financing· $3.19M
2021-12-30Series A· $15.4M
2019-07-16Pre Seed· $4.3M
Leadership Team
Chris Phare
Co-founder and Chief Science Officer
Steven Miller
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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2025-05-04
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