Engineering Technician

SENKO Advanced Components, Inc.; Basingstoke; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private health insurance

Company pension

Long service awards

Life assurance

Wellbeing benefit

EAP

Descripción de la vacante

Senko Advanced Components (Euro) Ltd. is seeking an Application Engineering Technician to join our fiber optics team in the UK.

You will support technical solutions with customers, develop prototypes, and refine production processes to meet quality and cost objectives. You’ll write and edit Engineering Termination Procedures, qualify new components, and collaborate with application engineers to troubleshoot and optimize fiber optic assemblies.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; science or engineering major preferred; other technical degree and/or relevant work experience considered.
• 2 years’ experience with background in optical fiber cable assembly preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office; statistical software and test equipment software required.

Responsabilidades

• Work with SENKO Application Engineers and customers to support delivery of technical solutions.
• Write/edit Engineering Termination Procedures (ETP).
• Qualify new components, develop prototypes, test, and create technical instructions.
• Support initiatives focused on new product development, process verification, cost reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Train contract manufacturers on Fiber Optic processes and support customer qualifications and trials.

Conocimientos

Fiber optic handling

Communication skills

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Science or Engineering major preferred

Herramientas

MS Office

Statistical software

Test equipment software

Descripción del empleo

As the industry’s leader in fibre optic interconnects, SENKO is relentlessly pushing the boundaries of technology. Our dynamic and fast-paced environment fosters a culture of creativity and collaboration, where your ideas can thrive. We partner with the world’s most renowned technology giants, shaping the future of connectivity together.

At Senko, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation and dedicated to making a global impact. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be at the forefront of technological advancements, Senko is the place for you.

The Application Engineering Technician works closely with SENKO Application Engineers and customers to support the delivery of technical solutions and projects. The role involves applying engineering principles to a range of activities, including writing/editing Engineering Termination Procedures (ETP), new components qualification, prototype development, testing, and technical instruction creation. The Technician also supports initiatives focused on new product development, process verification, cost reduction, and continuous product and process improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Knowledge of Fiber Optics connectors and cables, assembly and testing procedures.
• Responsible for fiber handling and processing skills including fiber stripping, Fiber ribbonization, cleaving, crimping, splicing, polishing operations, testing, geometrical and visual connector inspection.
• Understand manufacturing documentation including piece part drawings, assembly drawings, ETPs and Product Specifications.
• Hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting new and existing processes and DOE.
• Follow newly developed procedures to validate fiber system performance and analyze test results.
• Work with contract manufacturers including: training them on Fiber Optic processes, have a telephone and video conferences with support, reviewing and answering their e-mails, supporting customer qualifications and trials, supporting on-site customer issues and complaints.

Requirements

We are looking for a motivated and result-driven individual with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Science or Engineering major preferred; other technical degree and/or relevant work-related experience considered
• 2 years’ experience with background in optical fiber cable assembly preferred
• Proficient with computer skills including all MS Office software programs, statistical software and test equipment software required
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Self-motivated, results-oriented personality.
• Strong communication skills: verbal and written.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and career development.
• Comprehensive benefits package (including private health insurance, company pension, long service awards, life assurance, wellbeing benefit, EAP, plus many more!)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Come and join us on this exciting journey to shape the future of connectivity!

Senko Advanced Components (Euro) Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Please email [e-mail] to inform of any adjustments. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way.