Photonics Test Engineer

Company: NY CREATES
Location: Albany
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

About NY CREATES:NY CREATES serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY CREATES also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 2,700 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $20 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization. Job Description:Job Description for Photonics Test EngineerThe position lies within EPDA/Design Enablement group based on-site at Albany. This role is for a candidate who will perform hands-on work developing new test setups for and performing measurements in Silicon Photonics and Packaging area.Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design of test setups and hands-on measurements on electronic and photonic components
• Analyze measured data, extract key device parameters, and report conclusions to internal and external customers.
• Development of running software programs and scripts for measurements.
• Manage purchases and interact with vendors for resolving equipment issues and maintenance.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned. Requirements:Minimum Requirements for Photonics Test Engineer
  • BS/MS in engineering or equivalent engineering and/or science discipline from a college or University accredited by the USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization and at least 7+ years of relevant industry experience with prior demonstrated experience in hands-on laboratory work in a test environment.
  • Hands-on experience in design of test setups, passive, and electro-optic measurements on various electronic and photonic devices, analyzing measured data and extracting key device parameters (e.g. insertion loss), developing scripts or using existing programs to process large data, and developing scripts that interface with various instruments and provers for measurements.This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS for Photonics Test Engineer
    • Ph.D. in engineering or equivalent engineering and/or science discipline from a college or University accredited by the USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization and at least 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
    • Experience developing electro-optic test setups in visible, NIR region.
    • Experience with test and measurement using automated provers, and chip-level setups, working in a test environment in a foundry, interacting with customers, equipment vendors, and coordinating projects.Don't meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.Benefits
      • Medical, Vision, and Dental
      • Competitive Pay and PTO
      • Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
      • Basic / Optional Life Insurance
      • Post-Retirement Health Insurance
      • Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
      • Optional employee contributed retirement account.Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203 Salary Range: Level A- $100,000-$125,000Level B- $120,000-$145,000Level C- $140,000-$165,000*Posted salary ranges are determined upon experience and education. Additional Information:NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required. For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations. Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY which is an Equal opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.
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