Test Engineer

Hamamatsu Corporation; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Life Insurance

Vacation/Sick/Personal Time

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Hamamatsu Photonics is seeking a Technician for a hybrid role based in Bridgewater, NJ. You will test, repair, and demonstrate X-ray, camera, NanoZoomer, and laser systems while supporting customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities include operating X-ray systems, evaluating images, performing repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. Travel for work and strong attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in electronics, imaging, optics, or related field.
• 2+ years in technical testing or lab environment.
• Ability to read drawings and document data.
• Willing to travel for work and comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray testing, demonstrations and support.
• Set up and operate X-ray systems; optimize exposure parameters.
• Evaluate images for defects and prepare reports.
• Conduct routine maintenance, electronic testing and basic repairs.
• Install and update imaging software systems.
• Ensure radiation and laser safety; maintain exposure records.
• Troubleshoot and repair camera assemblies; document data.
• Prepare and maintain demo kits and inventory systems.
• Scan slides using NanoZoomer systems; evaluate quality.
• Validate returned demo units and laser products.
• Provide general technical and operational support.

Skills

Reading drawings

Data recording

Equipment testing

Independent work

Safety: radiation

Laser safety

ESD / RoHS knowledge

Electronic test equipment

Imaging systems basics

Software installation

Attention to detail

Willing to travel

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

4-year technical degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscope

DMM

Function generator

Job description

Hamamatsu Photonics is a global leader in advanced light detectors, sources, and systems for industrial, scientific, and commercial applications. Our mission is to improve society through photonics technology.

Role Overview

As a Technician, you’ll provide safe, high-quality, and timely service through hands-on testing, repair, and demonstration of advanced X-ray, camera, NanoZoomer, and laser systems; playing a key part in meeting customer needs while driving internal innovation and operational excellence.

Location

This is a hybrid position, based out of our Bridgewater, NJ office.

Key Responsibilities

X-ray Testing, Demonstration & Support

• Perform digital radiography (DR) and CT inspection demonstrations.
• Set up and operate industrial X-ray systems and optimize exposure parameters.
• Evaluate images for defects (e.g., cracks, voids) and prepare reports.
• Conduct routine maintenance, electronic testing, and basic repairs.
• Install and update imaging software systems.
• Ensure strict compliance with radiation safety and maintain exposure records

Camera Testing, Repair & Demo Support

• Troubleshoot and repair electronic assemblies (PCBs, cameras).
• Perform functional testing and document data in databases.
• Analyze customer returns and provide repair recommendations.
• Prepare and maintain demo kits and inventory systems.
• Maintain test equipment and ensure calibration/operation readiness.

NanoZoomer Scanning Lab Operations

• Scan histology/pathology slides using NanoZoomer systems.
• Follow SOPs and test plans to ensure data integrity.
• Evaluate scan quality (focus, completeness, artifacts).
• Record observations and report issues to technical teams.
• Maintain lab organization and equipment cleanliness.

Laser Product Validation & Testing

• Validate returned demo units and new laser products.
• Operate optical benchtop equipment and collect output spectra.
• Perform basic optical alignment and testing.
• Follow Class 4 laser safety requirements and procedures.

General Technical & Operational Support

• Support engineering projects and cross-functional tasks.
• Maintain organized lab, warehouse, and demo environments.
• Assist with inventory control and equipment logistics

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training (electronics, imaging, optics, or related field) minimum
• Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions and ability to record data and document
• 2+ years of experience in technical testing, hardware repair, or lab environment
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Radiation safety, Laser safety
• ESD, RoHS, or general lab safety knowledge
• Experience with electronic test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, function generator)
• Basic understanding of imaging systems, electronics, or optical systems
• Software installation and system configuration
• Attention to detail
• Willing to travel for work

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year technical degree preferred
• Laser safety (Class 4 preferred)
• Experience with CT / DR X-ray systems
• Experience with digital cameras or imaging devices
• Familiarity with optical/laser systems and alignment
• Lab experience (pathology, microscopy, or imaging)
• ASNT Level II RT certification (Radiographic Testing) is preferred

Pay Range

The target base salary for this role at commencement of employment is expected to be between $52,000 - $65,000 annually. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription
• Life Insurance
• Vacation/Sick/Personal Time
• Retirement Plans

Referral Tier:2