Test Systems Engineer I: Automate & Validate Photonics

Thorlabs Inc; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Generous PTO package

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer to design electro-optic test systems and automation software for manufacturing. You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and optical engineers to ensure products meet specifications, while developing and documenting robust test processes.

You will work hands-on to prototype and qualify new systems, maintain project documentation, and train staff on procedures, with a focus on quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 2–5 years of experience (or education equivalent) in a similar role.
• Experience with test systems and automation, and software development for hardware.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design electro-optic test systems and fixtures.
• Develop robust software applications to automate measurement and tracking of products.
• Prototype, develop, test and qualify new test systems for manufacturing use.
• Create budgets and schedules for new developments.
• Maintain documentation throughout development processes.
• Create assembly and test work instructions and train personnel.
• Specify and purchase parts and equipment; interact with vendors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Autonomous work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software/Electrical/Mechanical/Optical Systems Engineering, Physics/Applied Physics or Computer Science

Tools

Python

LabVIEW

.NET

Job description

Thorlabs Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer to design electro-optic test systems and automation software for manufacturing. You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and optical engineers to ensure products meet specifications, while developing and documenting robust test processes.

You will work hands-on to prototype and qualify new systems, maintain project documentation, and train staff on procedures, with a focus on quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.