Thorlabs is seeking an experienced electro-optic Test Engineer to participate in the development and manufacturing of next generation semiconductor lasers, in particular MEMS-tunable Vertical Cavity Semiconductor Lasers (MEMS-VCSELs) for use primarily in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) applications. You will be responsible for developing test systems and releasing them to production. This position will require design, assembly, and troubleshooting of both hardware and software in support of manufacturing systems development. Test Engineers work directly with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, assembly personnel, and other electro-optic engineers to ensure that designs and manufacturing techniques will yield products which meet the customer's specifications.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

• Design and implement automated electro-optic test systems
• Prototype, develop, test & qualify new test systems for use in manufacturing
• Implement software for data acquisition; interface with SQL databases and MES systems.
• Create budgets and schedules for these new developments
• Maintain documentation for the system development process
• Create assembly and test work instructions; train personnel
• Specify & purchase all parts and equipment required; interact with vendors

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in similar position
• Experience using .Net, Labview or similar software to automate testing and data acquisition using various pieces of test equipment and/or motion control.
• Experience with optoelectronic devices and optical test equipment
• Hands-on experience in the photonics industry, laser or physics lab is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor or Master's Degree (or higher) in Physics, Electrical/Mechanical/Optical Engineering or related field(s) is required.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough understanding of .Net and related SW development environments
• Experience with modern software development best practices
• Experience interfacing with SQL databases
• Problem resolution skills for debugging new designs and assemblies
• Manual dexterity to assemble and align precision opto-mechanical systems
• Tool and fixture making experience is a plus.
• Soldering /circuit design experience is a plus.
• Experience with OCT imaging or similar optical imaging modality is a plus
• High attention to details
• Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment
• Ability to function autonomously with little direction/works well independently of others
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.