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Research and development optoelectronic testing

MicroTECH Global Ltd
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking an R&D Design & Verification Engineer with expertise in testing optoelectronic devices.
  • The role involves contributing to NPI development and research projects focused on III-V optical chip components, requiring 3 years of experience in an academic or industrial lab environment.
  • The ideal candidate should hold a recent PhD in physics or engineering and possess skills in automated testing software and RF characterization.
  • Responsibilities include designing R&D test rig prototypes, performing verification testing, and collaborating with the Design Team to define test plans.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and involves working with a diverse team of experts in photonic chip design and testing.

We are looking for an R&D Design & Verification Engineer with expertise in testing optoelectronic devices . As part of the Design Team, you will contribute to NPI development and research projects focused on III-V optical chip components.

Collaborating with the R&D Test Team, you will create test rig prototypes (both hardware and software) and develop methodologies for next-generation devices. You will work alongside a diverse team of experts in the design, fabrication, and testing of photonic chips, aiding in the transition of research and technology projects to the NPI phase and production. The ideal candidate should have professional or academic experience in optoelectronics and/or RF characterization, along with the ability to swiftly set up rig prototypes for validating new devices and testing methods.

Responsibilities:

Design and develop R&D test rig prototypes (hardware and software) and testing methodologies.

Perform DC and RF verification testing/characterization of early-stage devices, preparing and publishing technical reports on findings and suggested improvements.

Plan, develop, and execute test strategies for specific projects.

Collaborate with the Design Team to analyze specifications and define test plans.

Work with suppliers to acquire off-the-shelf or customized solutions to meet project needs.

Transfer testing methodologies to the Backend Team and provide support during the NPI phase.

To be considered you will need the following:

Recent PhD in physics or Engineering

Experience in optoelectronic device characterisation, DC and RF

Familiarity with software used for automated testing

Excellent data analysis and report writing skills

3 years of experience in and academic or industrial lab environment.

Experience in RF testing (S-parameter analysis, Eye diagram tests)

Experience in Automated Wafer level testing

Experience with TCAD software

Experience in Python, C#, C++, VB.Net, Matlab, or equivalent

Knowledge of design and/or fabricating process of III-V optoelectronic devices.

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