Lab technician - Optical Communication Network and HPC...

We are looking for a lab technician with experience and passion for electronics, optics/photonics, networks, systems and software. You'll work on optical system, network and AI testbeds coordinating all aspects of lab operations from test and measurement equipment control and automation, procurement, optical and RF testbed configuration, and electronic design, among others. 

You might have some of the skills required but you do need to be passionate about cutting-edge communication networks and HPC systems and be fast learner.

Responsibilities

• Overall lab facility management.
• Health and safety procedures.
• Control and automation of RF & optical test and measurement equipment.
• Overseeing and assisting in the set-up of optical communication network testbeds
• Design of electronic circuits and PCBs.
• Organise PAT testing of equipment; this can be outsourced.
• Monitor and organise calibration of equipment, which can be outsourced.
• ESD coordination, including purchasing equipment if needed, monitoring testing station monitoring, compliance, generating ESD checklists, and providing ESD training where required. ESD prep and grounding of workbenches and equipment.
• Assist with soldering, kit building, laying out of workstations, designing jigging and fixtures where required.
• Organise shipping and receive parts to/from suppliers/manufacturers.
• Generate Risk Assessments, COSHH forms, and other documentation.
• First aider – Not essential training can be given.
• Keep the lab tidy and in line with H&S legislation.
• Responsible for checking and recording goods in.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical and electronic engineering, computer science or a similar field or 5 years of working in a test lab experience, ideally at Technician level.
• Competent in handling optical fibres and optoelectronic devices.
• Operating advanced test and measurement communication network equipment.
• PCB design, soldering, etc.
• Python/C/Matlab programming.
• Linux and Software for HPC/AI node/server operations.
• Network configuration.