Photonics Test Automation Manager - High-Volume Manufacturing

Clutch Canada

Mountain View (CA)

On-site

USD 181,100 - 245,000

Full time

14 days+
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401k matching
Unlimited PTO
Paid lunches
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
Equity options

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in Mountain View, CA, is seeking an experienced manager for their Photonics and PCBA Test Engineering team. This role involves leading the development of automated test stations, enhancing manufacturing processes for LiDAR technology. The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in optical engineering, 10+ years in test engineering, and strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Labview. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits are provided, including equity and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in test and automation engineering, with at least 5 years in mid-level management.
  • Experience in developing custom stations for test and assembly in high-volume manufacturing.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead test and automation engineering teams to develop test stations.
  • Drive collaborations with manufacturers to integrate factory automation.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to improve processes and resolve issues.

Skills

Python programming
C++ programming
Labview programming
Optics and photonics knowledge
Problem-solving skills
Team management
Collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in optical engineering or related field

Job description

A leading technology firm based in Mountain View, CA, is seeking an experienced manager for their Photonics and PCBA Test Engineering team. This role involves leading the development of automated test stations, enhancing manufacturing processes for LiDAR technology. The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in optical engineering, 10+ years in test engineering, and strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Labview. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits are provided, including equity and unlimited PTO.
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