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Engineering Technician

Lancesoft

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • $35

Highlights

This role works closely with optical engineers and cross-functional teams to assemble, align, inspect, troubleshoot, and test precision optical and electro-optical hardware. Required Qualifications: Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in optics, photonics, engineering technology, physics, or a related field.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCarlsbad, CA
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$35
Company Size2,000 to 2,499 employees
Year Founded2000
Websitehttp://www.lancesoft.com/

Description

Role Engineering Technician Location Carlsbad, CA (Onsite) Duration 12+ months (Possible chances of conversion) Shift Monday –Friday Pay Range $30-$35/hr. On W2  
Job Description:
The Engineering Technician supports the design, development, testing, and production of optical systems and components. This role works closely with optical engineers and cross-functional teams to assemble, align, inspect, troubleshoot, and test precision optical and electro-optical hardware. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and experience working in laboratory or manufacturing environments involving optics.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist optical engineers in the setup, assembly, alignment, and testing of optical systems and components.
  • Perform precision measurements and inspections of lenses, mirrors, optical mounts, and related hardware.
  • Support prototype builds, system integration, and troubleshooting activities for optical assemblies.
  • Conduct laboratory testing and collect, document, and report performance data.
  • Operate and maintain optical test equipment such as interferometers, collimators, microscopes, alignment lasers, and metrology tools.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly and test execution.
  • Identify and help resolve technical issues related to optical alignment, contamination control, and component performance.
  • Maintain clean and organized workspaces, including compliance with cleanroom or contamination-sensitive procedures when required.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support product development and production goals.
  • Document test procedures, assembly results, and process improvements.
  • Electrical and electronics skills is a plus
 
Required Qualifications:
  • Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in optics, photonics, engineering technology, physics, or a related field.
  • Experience working with optical, electro-optical, or precision mechanical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and written procedures.
  • Familiarity with optical alignment techniques and laboratory test equipment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity for handling delicate optical components.
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Basic computer skills for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a cleanroom, laboratory, or precision manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with laser systems, imaging systems, fiber optics, or infrared/visible optical assemblies.
  • Knowledge of contamination control practices and optical handling procedures.
  • Experience supporting environmental or functional testing of optical hardware.
  • Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary teams.
 
Key Skills:
  • Optical alignment and assembly
  • Precision measurement and inspection
  • Troubleshooting and test support
  • Technical documentation
  • Quality awareness
  • Team collaboration
  • Hands-on laboratory and production support

About Company

We are a $125 Million, NMSDC-certified Minority & Woman owned Workforce Solutions Company headquartered in the DC metro area with presence across US with global presence - Canada, Mexico, India, UK, Malaysia, Indonasia, Hongkong, Singapore, UAE. We are specialized in providing Workforce Solutions, SOW project delivery, Engineering Solutions, Creative Services. We currently support 100+ Fortune companies globally and across multiple industry segments. We are currently supporting several massive programs across industry segment nationally/globally (Intel, Ally, AMD, QUALCOMM, Morgan Stanley, Kraft/ Mondelez, MNP, Amdocs, Dell, SanDisk, Medtronic, Becton Dickinson, GE, Lockheed Martin, UTC, L-3 Communications, Caterpillar, BMW, Mercedes Benz, National Grid, Dominion, Energy Future Holdings, PSEG, 3M, Fidelity, Aetna, Humana, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Merck etc). 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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