Junior Engineering Technician – CAD & Testing

Thorlabschina; Sparta Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Healthcare

Job summary

Thorlabs, a global designer and manufacturer of photonics components, invites engineers to join a diverse team in Sparta, NJ. The role involves product development, 3D CAD modeling, and creating tests and documentation, with travel up to 10% to customer sites.

We seek 1–2 years in a technical field, basic SolidWorks proficiency, and solid MS Office skills. The position emphasizes teamwork, precision, and autonomous work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a technical field.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling software.
• Basic SolidWorks or similar proficiency.
• Strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Ability to read, follow, edit, and provide feedback on written work instructions.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Creates Engineering Change Orders and updates revision-controlled documents.
• Performs product development, including creating and supporting design components and documentation.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of design standards, while ensuring design consistency and manufacturability.
• Maintains accurate product documentation and work instructions.
• Provides technical support to the production team.
• Assists in solid modeling, creation and/or review of manufacturing prints and documentation.
• Interacts with vendors to aid in the quoting process and communicate quality expectations.
• Creates test reports and performs product testing for both new and existing designs.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

SolidWorks

MS Office

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Autonomy

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Thorlabs, a global designer and manufacturer of photonics components, invites engineers to join a diverse team in Sparta, NJ. The role involves product development, 3D CAD modeling, and creating tests and documentation, with travel up to 10% to customer sites.

We seek 1–2 years in a technical field, basic SolidWorks proficiency, and solid MS Office skills. The position emphasizes teamwork, precision, and autonomous work in a fast-paced environment.