Optical Lab Testing Engineer

IOT Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IOT Manufacturing Sdn Bhd is seeking a hands-on Optical Lab Testing Engineer to support testing, validation and optimisation of cameras, imaging modules, lenses and related vision technology products.

You will work closely with R&D, Quality and Manufacturing teams throughout the product development lifecycle, from prototype testing through to production. At least 2 years of optical testing experience and a degree in a related field are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in optical testing, imaging systems, camera development or optical laboratories.
• Good understanding of optics, imaging systems and image quality evaluation.
• Experience with optical testing equipment such as MTF systems, integrating spheres, spectrometers, photometers, colorimeters or collimators is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW or similar tools for data analysis and automation is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience in security cameras, smart‑home devices, consumer electronics, machine vision, automotive vision, optical sensors or IoT products will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optical performance testing and characterisation of cameras, lenses and imaging systems.
• Evaluate image quality including MTF, FOV, distortion, colour accuracy, resolution, SNR, dynamic range, low-light and autofocus performance.
• Set up, operate and maintain optical testing equipment and laboratory facilities.
• Develop and improve test methods, fixtures and test setups to enhance accuracy, repeatability and efficiency.
• Analyse test data, identify performance issues and support root cause investigations.
• Prepare technical reports and present test findings to engineering and project teams.
• Support product validation across EVT, DVT, PVT and manufacturing ramp‑up.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and process improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Optical testing

Education

Degree in Optical Engineering or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Job description

We are looking for a hands-on Optical Lab Testing Engineer to support the testing, validation and optimisation of cameras, imaging modules, lenses and related vision technology products.

You will work closely with R&D, Quality and Manufacturing teams throughout the product development lifecycle, from prototype testing through to production.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct optical performance testing and characterisation of cameras, lenses and imaging systems.

Evaluate image quality including MTF, FOV, distortion, colour accuracy, resolution, SNR, dynamic range, low-light and autofocus performance.

Set up, operate and maintain optical testing equipment and laboratory facilities.

Develop and improve test methods, fixtures and test setups to enhance accuracy, repeatability and efficiency.

Analyse test data, identify performance issues and support root cause investigations.

Prepare technical reports and present test findings to engineering and project teams.

Support product validation across EVT, DVT, PVT and manufacturing ramp‑up.

Identify opportunities for test automation and process improvement.

Requirements

Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline.

At least 2 years of relevant experience in optical testing, imaging systems, camera development or optical laboratories.

Good understanding of optics, imaging systems and image quality evaluation.

Experience with optical testing equipment such as MTF systems, integrating spheres, spectrometers, photometers, colorimeters or collimators is advantageous.

Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW or similar tools for data analysis and automation is an advantage.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with good attention to detail.

Good communication skills and ability to work with cross‑functional teams.

Experience in security cameras, smart‑home devices, consumer electronics, machine vision, automotive vision, optical sensors or IoT products will be an advantage.