Precision Automation Engineer - Fiber-to-Chip & Splicing

Photonect Interconnect Solutions; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Photonect Interconnect Solutions is looking for a skilled Automation Systems Engineer in Rochester, NY. This role involves creating automation solutions for fiber-to-chip alignment and integrating fusion splicing technologies. Candidates must have relevant experience, ideally with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in automation systems engineering.

The position offers a salary range of $70,000-$110,000 per annum along with competitive benefits. Interested candidates should send their resume to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation systems engineering, focusing on precision motion control and optical systems.
• Knowledge of laser systems, particularly CO2 lasers for fusion splicing applications.
• Experience with hardware integration, control systems, and embedded programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced alignment routines for precise fiber‑to‑chip alignment.
• Integrate CO2 laser fusion splicing system into the automation platform.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to transition the benchtop setup into a commercially viable product.

Skills

Programming in C++

Python

LabVIEW

Image processing

Computer vision

Machine learning

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Photonect Interconnect Solutions is looking for a skilled Automation Systems Engineer in Rochester, NY. This role involves creating automation solutions for fiber-to-chip alignment and integrating fusion splicing technologies. Candidates must have relevant experience, ideally with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in automation systems engineering.

The position offers a salary range of $70,000-$110,000 per annum along with competitive benefits. Interested candidates should send their resume to [e-mail].