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Engineering Technician

  • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Summary:

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.

We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

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.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

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.

Job Posting Pay Range:

39,078

to

72,573

Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary. VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.

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Responsibilities

Perform electrical measurements and automated testing of optical devices and subassemblies, setting up laboratory instruments and fiber-optic configurations and calibrating equipment. Support production, quality assurance, and research and development by preparing experiments and test hardware, documenting results, creating bills of materials, and maintaining lab equipment and work areas.

Requirements

Requires an Electrical Technologist diploma or equivalent, basic knowledge of electrical schematics, soldering, fiber optics, and related test equipment, plus experience with hand tools and computer applications. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, able to follow procedures and communicate results, and willing to learn new techniques and technologies.

Skills

  • Electrical Testing
  • Electrical Measurements
  • Optical Testing
  • Fiber Optics
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Multimeters
  • Spectrum Analyzers
  • Signal Generators
  • Power Supplies
  • Automated Test Systems
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Soldering
  • Data Acquisition
  • Test Reporting
  • Bill of Materials Creation

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus Program

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Science & Research

Keywords

  • Electrical Testing
  • Optical Devices
  • Fiber-Optic Cables
  • Fiber-Optic Connectors
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Signal Generators
  • Power Supplies
  • Multimeters
  • Spectrum Analyzers
  • Electronic Measuring Instruments
  • Automated Test Systems
  • Optical Components
  • Subassemblies
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Soldering
  • Data Acquisition
  • Test Reports
  • Graphs
  • Research and Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Production
  • Bill of Materials
  • Component Library
  • Laboratory Equipment
  • Electrical Technologist

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