Thorlabs · 12 hours ago
Engineering Technician I
Jessup, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26.75/hr - $28/hr
2+ years expThorlabs is a company dedicated to advancing science through innovative photonics technologies. The Engineering Technician will work with a team to develop, manufacture, and troubleshoot products, specifically semiconductor lasers and laser systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in production.
Health CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assemble and test lasers and laser systems using both production and engineering work instructions
Use sensitive production equipment such as Die-attach, laser welders, optical test and measurement instruments
Work with product engineers to build new product prototypes for new product release process
Deliver defect-free product according to schedule
Recommend design and procedure changes for continuous improvement to product quality, performance, and manufacturability
Troubleshoot and solve hardware and software issues with production equipment
Document product failures and returns, recurring failures, service issues, and product limitations
Perform diagnostics and reviews of equipment to track performance and maintain quality control; ensure production equipment is properly maintained
Report supply chain issues that are affecting production
Clean and tidy assigned production areas
Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures
Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years in semiconductor, laser, or optical system production or R&D
Requirement may be waived for holder of a bachelor's degree
Minimum High School Diploma
Ability to handle critical and fragile optical components and sensitive equipment
Experience with hand tools, microscopes, and electronic and optical test and measurement equipment
Proficiency in general computer use and Microsoft Office
Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities
Preferred
Experience with optical fibers, hand soldering, laser welding, and optical fiber pigtail and splicing equipment
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid life insurance
A generous PTO package
A 401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Thorlabs
Thorlabs is a privately held optical equipment company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Peter Heim
Chief Technology Officer & General Manager
Larry Wineberg
CFO
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