Engineering Technician III – Optics & Electronics

OMEGA, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Particle Measuring Systems in Niwot, Colorado, is seeking an Engineering Technician III to support sustaining engineering and new product development in a research and development lab. You will assemble, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot electro-optic systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive quality, safety and Lean improvements in a hands-on lab environment.

Candidates should have an associate degree in electronics/optics with extensive experience, proficiency with

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electronics/optics technology with 10+ years of experience or equivalent, relevant military training. Advanced degree can compensate for 2 years of experience
• Computer proficiency especially with MS Office suite Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word is required
• Experience with electronics troubleshooting and surface mount re-work
• Proficient in the operation of common troubleshooting tools including Oscilloscopes, multimeters, laser power meters, flow meters, etc
• Proven ability to gather and analyze data, write reports, and create technical documents
• Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills and the ability to learn new technical information
• Sound customer orientation, and effective team based interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with SolidWorks & 3D printing technology and operation

Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of lasers, optical alignment, and opto-electronics
• Build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify prototype/developmental and production electronic and optical systems independently or under the direction of more senior engineering technicians and R&D engineers
• Performing board level electronics repair and troubleshooting surface mount component replacement
• Assisting more senior engineering technicians, engineers, and scientists as they create, modify, and test products/processes
• Performing electrical, mechanical, and optical assembly of company products and prototypes
• Performing unit assembly tests, calibrations and conduct failure analysis of electro-optic systems ensuring that quality standards are met
• Hands-on experience utilizing electro-optical/metrology laboratory equipment (e.g., LDM cameras, beam profilers, spectrophotometers, power meters, oscilloscopes, wave meters, digital multimeters)
• Familiarity with safe operation of laser systems and a strong appreciation for the importance of laser safety
• Participate in cross-functional R&D projects to ensure project deliverables are met
• Co-develop manufacturing and test procedures meeting organization and product quality and efficiency goals
• Perform equipment set-up and preventive maintenance, developing procedures, and training other team members
• Applying structured problem-solving and root-cause techniques to identify and resolve issues impacting performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost
• Apply LEAN principles to improve personal and organizational efficiency
• Following policies and procedures to ensure a safe, positive work environment
• Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety

Skills

Lasers

Opto-electronics

Electronics troubleshooting

Laboratory equipment operation

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Electronics/optics technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Laser power meters

Flow meters

SolidWorks

3D printing

Job description

Particle Measuring Systems in Niwot, Colorado, is seeking an Engineering Technician III to support sustaining engineering and new product development in a research and development lab. You will assemble, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot electro-optic systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive quality, safety and Lean improvements in a hands-on lab environment.

Candidates should have an associate degree in electronics/optics with extensive experience, proficiency with