Production Engineer – Test & Programming

AOI; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

401(k) matching

Generous PTO

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is seeking a Production Test Engineer in Sugar Land, TX to design, develop, and maintain automated test software for high-speed optical transceivers (200G/400G/800G).

You will integrate instruments like OSA, power meters, and BER testers, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production testing. The role requires Python and LabVIEW expertise, the ability to debug systems, and training operators on new procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, optical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in LabVIEW programming and/or Python test automation.
• Experience with test instrumentation (OSA, power meters, source meters, TEC controllers, oscilloscopes, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test software using Python and LabVIEW for optical transceiver testing.
• Integrate and control instruments like OSA, power meters, source meters, BER testers, DCAs, and TEC controllers using VISA, GPIB, RS-232, TCP/IP, and PXI.
• Develop and modify LabVIEW programs to match local test setups and environments.
• Support manufacturing engineers in troubleshooting production line test failures and improve yield.
• Perform system-level debugging for optical, electrical, and thermal tests.
• Create SOPs and training materials; train operators on new test procedures and UIs.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA, PE, IT to align test requirements and automation standards.
• Maintain revision control and documentation of all test programs.
• Travel up to 5% internationally for station deployment, training, or cross-site alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

LabVIEW

Test automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

OSA

Power meters

Source meters

BER testers

Oscilloscopes / DCA

TEC controllers

Job description

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is seeking a Production Test Engineer with strong experience in Python and LabVIEW automation to develop, maintain, and optimize automated test systems for high-speed optical transceivers and components (200G/400G/800G). This role involves designing test automation software, integrating optical/electronic instruments (OSA, power meters, BERTs, DCAs, TEC controllers, etc.), and supporting manufacturing teams to ensure reliable and efficient production testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test software using Python and LabVIEW for optical transceiver module and component testing.
• Integrate and control instruments such as Optical Spectrum Analyzers (OSA), power meters, source meters, BER testers, oscilloscopes (DCA), and TEC controllers using VISA, GPIB, RS-232, TCP/IP, and PXI interfaces.
• Develop, debug and modify existing/new LabVIEW programs to match local test setups, hardware, and environmental conditions.
• Support manufacturing engineers in troubleshooting production line test failures and improving test yield and reliability.
• Conduct system-level debugging for optical, electrical, and thermal test setups.
• Create and maintain SOPs, training documents, and provide hands-on training to operators and technicians on new test procedures and UIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, QA, PE, IT) to align test requirements and automation standards.
• Maintain revision control and documentation of all test programs and configurations.
• 5% international travel may be required for station deployment, training, or cross-site alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.

Preferred:

• 1 – 3 years of experience in LabVIEW Programming and/or Python test automation
• Experience with test instrumentation (OSA, power metersm source meters, TEC controllers, oscilloscopes etc.).
• Understanding of the operation of data acquisition fundamentals (i.e., plug-in data acquisition cards, RS 232, GPIB, PXI devices and signal conditioning of various sensors)
• Works independently and responsibly without close supervision. Must be able to take full responsibility
• Lift or move items weighing up to 35 pounds

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

Why AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)