Engineering Technician
Core
Hands-on lab technician supporting development, validation, and characterization of next-generation optical transceiver modules and hardware.
Role type
Test Technician (Hardware/Optical)
Builds
Optical interconnect solutions for Cisco Switching, Routing, and Wireless products
Domain
Telecommunications hardware / Silicon Photonics / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electronic test principles, lab instrumentation operation (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, BERTs), schematic interpretation, troubleshooting hardware at module/board/component level, data analysis for failure modes, lifting 25+ lbs
Preferred skills
Optical transceiver experience, high-speed communication products knowledge, DVT/NPI testing environment familiarity, basic Python scripting
Technologies
Oscilloscopes, Network Analyzers, BERTs, Traffic Generators, Optical Test Equipment, Environmental Chambers
Responsibilities
Execute functional, parametric, and environmental tests on optical transceiver modules; Troubleshoot complex hardware issues using systematic debug methodologies; Configure, calibrate, and maintain complex lab instrumentation; Collect, analyze, and summarize test data to identify trends and failure modes; Collaborate with hardware and optical engineers to support NPI and validation projects; Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency and automation workflows
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC