R&D Engineer - Optoelectronics Device Characterization and Test

AOI; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AOI, a leader in high-speed semiconductor lasers, seeks an R&D Engineer for optoelectronics device testing. The candidate will perform tests, analyze data, and manage test plans for product development in a vibrant R&D team. Ideal for motivated individuals with relevant academic experience and skills in LabVIEW programming.

Benefits

Flexible health plans

401(k) employer matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package within US

Immigration sponsorships

Qualifications

• M.S./Ph.D. preferred with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• B.S. with minimum 2 years' industrial experience in optoelectronics acceptable.
• Knowledge in semiconductor lasers/photodetectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and optical characterizations of semiconductor devices.
• Develop and implement qualification test plans for new products.
• Supervise technicians to complete testing tasks.

Skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

LabVIEW programming

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Optics

B.S. in related fields with industrial experience

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Summary

AOI is a leading supplier of high-speed semiconductor lasers and components used in fiber optical communications. We are looking for a highly motivated optoelectronics device test engineer. The R&D Test Engineer’s primary responsibility is to characterize semiconductor lasers and photodetectors to support new high-speed, high-power lasers and/or photodetectors product development in a dynamic R&D team. This position requires tests, data analysis, and Labview programming.

Summary

AOI is a leading supplier of high-speed semiconductor lasers and components used in fiber optical communications. We are looking for a highly motivated optoelectronics device test engineer. The R&D Test Engineer’s primary responsibility is to characterize semiconductor lasers and photodetectors to support new high-speed, high-power lasers and/or photodetectors product development in a dynamic R&D team. This position requires tests, data analysis, and Labview programming.

Job Duties

• Perform electrical and optical characterizations of semiconductor laser diodes and photodetectors, such as DC test of laser power, current, voltage, and optical spectrum; DC test of photodetector dark current, photocurrent, and responsivity; RF test of laser/photodetector small-signal modulation and fiber optical transmission.
• DC and RF test on wafer, bar, and individually packaged device levels in a cleanroom environment for various R&D projects.
• Derive test plans and test setup for new products, data analysis, and create the summary report.
• Develop and implement qualification test plans for new products based on reliability standards or customers’ special requests, including stress tests (Burn In, HALT, HTOL, Damp Heat, etc.), test data, measurement points, data processing and analysis, and the summary report.
• Conduct failure analysis
• Supervise a small group of technicians to complete the testing tasks.
• Provide technical supports to product managers.
  
  

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Optics or related discipline. Candidate with at least 2 years relevant industry experiences is preferred. Fresh graduate is acceptable with appropriate academic experience.
• Or B. S. degree with minimum 2 years of industrial experience in semiconductor laser/photodetector or other related optoelectronics or electronics device testing
• Relevant knowledge in semiconductor lasers/photodetectors is preferred
• Must know LabVIEW programming and database knowledge is a plus
• Robust data analysis skills and troubleshooting abilities
• Demonstrated proficiency in experimental techniques
• Careful and detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions
  
  

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)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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