About the role
Summary: Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro‑mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.
Duties & Responsibilities: Job Summary:
The Engineering Technician position provides engineering support to all departments including production, quality assurance and research & development for current products as well as new product introduction. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing electrical tests on optical and electrical test equipment. This includes setting up test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, and other electronic measuring instruments. In addition, this individual will also have the opportunity to learn how to use automated test systems (ATE) which are used in our production facility to test optical components and sub-assemblies.
Responsibilities:
- Performing electrical measurements of optical devices using various laboratory tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.
- Setting up fiber optic cables and connectors to establish proper test configurations.
- Using computerized test systems to automatically test optical components and subassemblies.
- Utilizing computer software programs to generate test reports and graphs.
- Calibrating test equipment to ensure accurate measurement results.
- Assisting engineers in research and development activities by preparing experimental setups and data acquisition.
- Preparing samples and test hardware for experiments.
- Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment and work areas.
- Bill of Materials creation
- Component creation for component library
Qualifications:
- Electrical Technologist diploma or equivalent.
- Basic knowledge of electrical schematics, and soldering
- Basic knowledge of fiber optics and associated test equipment.
- Experience with basic hand tools and computer software applications.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and technologies.
- Good communication skills and ability to document results.
If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.
VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.
Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:
About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in both network and service enablement and optical security performance products and solutions. Our technologies contribute to the success of a wide range of customers – from the world’s largest mobile operators and governmental entities to enterprise network and application providers to contractors laying the fiber and building the towers that keep us connected.
About the role
Summary: Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro‑mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.
Duties & Responsibilities: Job Summary:
The Engineering Technician position provides engineering support to all departments including production, quality assurance and research & development for current products as well as new product introduction. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing electrical tests on optical and electrical test equipment. This includes setting up test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, and other electronic measuring instruments. In addition, this individual will also have the opportunity to learn how to use automated test systems (ATE) which are used in our production facility to test optical components and sub-assemblies.
Responsibilities:
- Performing electrical measurements of optical devices using various laboratory tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.
- Setting up fiber optic cables and connectors to establish proper test configurations.
- Using computerized test systems to automatically test optical components and subassemblies.
- Utilizing computer software programs to generate test reports and graphs.
- Calibrating test equipment to ensure accurate measurement results.
- Assisting engineers in research and development activities by preparing experimental setups and data acquisition.
- Preparing samples and test hardware for experiments.
- Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment and work areas.
- Bill of Materials creation
- Component creation for component library
Qualifications:
- Electrical Technologist diploma or equivalent.
- Basic knowledge of electrical schematics, and soldering
- Basic knowledge of fiber optics and associated test equipment.
- Experience with basic hand tools and computer software applications.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and technologies.
- Good communication skills and ability to document results.
If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.
VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.
Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:
About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in both network and service enablement and optical security performance products and solutions. Our technologies contribute to the success of a wide range of customers – from the world’s largest mobile operators and governmental entities to enterprise network and application providers to contractors laying the fiber and building the towers that keep us connected.