Mechanical Technician IV

Job Title: Hardware Engineering - Mechanical Technician IV

Location: Redmon, WA

Duration: 12+ months

Job Description: We are looking for a Prototype Assembly Technician specializing in optical system assembly and custom tool operation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in opto-mechanical and electrical assembly techniques (soldering, lamination, machining) and has a good attention to organization and cleanliness. The ideal candidate should be extrem

ely motivated and able to work independently and with ambiguity. Experience in optical, mechanical and electrical testing is a plus.

Responsibilities
Lamination and processing of optical assemblies for prototypes
Hands on active alignment of optical modules used in AR devices
Careful hand assembly work and part processing
Rework of prototypes and components, both mechanically and electrically
Operating custom calibration and assembly equipment
Writing documentation and reports relating to assembly practices and opto-mechanical test data

Minimum Qualifications
Mechanical background and aptitude
5+ years of experience in a related technical field
BS in ME, optics or related technical field
Experience in R&D lab for product development
Rapid prototyping (multi-disciplinary collection of skills)
Laser safety experience
Calibration experience (camera based sensors)
Experience authoring SOPs for assembly and test
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with clean room procedures and equipment
Optical metrology experience
Prior work in AR/VR or optical consumer products

Must-Have Skills :

1 Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and mechanical models


2 Clear and concise documentation of assembly and test procedures and reports


3 Familiarity with safely operating lasers (up to Class 3B/3R)


Nice-to-have Skills:


1 NX


2 Vendor interactions - explore new sources of tools, processes and materials


3 Python, C++