Sr Mechanical Engineer - Automation (SiPh Test Solutions, North Reading, MA)
- North Reading, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are encouraged to innovate and learn something new every day.We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.Opportunity OverviewTeradyne is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Mechanicall Engineer - Automation to develop active optical alignment systems for high volume manufacturing test of silicon photonics devices, including wafers, optical engines, and co-packaged optics. These test solutions may require either active or passive alignment systems with sub-micron precision, while meeting the highest of reliability and repeatability standards. A solid foundation of knowledge in robotics, fiber optics, electronics, mechanical, and software development is essential to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our testing processes.Key responsibilities include:
- Design and develop robotic automation systems for optical alignment used for silicon photonics testing
- Collaborate with diverse cross-functional team to define control software and algorithms for robotic alignment systems
- Collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams to define test requirements and specifications
- Conduct data analysis to troubleshoot and optimize the alignment system
- Maintain and improve existing alignment systems for enhanced performance and reliability
- Document test procedures, results, and system configurations
- Stay updated with advancements in silicon photonics, testing methodologies, and robotic alignment technology and algorithms
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineer or related discipline; advance degree preferred
- 10+ years of experience with robotics, control system design and analysis, and related software algorithms
- Experience in fiber optics alignment systems, optical testing equipment, and related methodologies
- Prior experience designing robotic systems with sub-micron precision; understands optical mechanical hardware (motors, stages, actuators, etc.)
- Prior experience in testing silicon photonics devices is highly preferred
- Prior experience in the application of AI/ML for enhanced automation algorithms is highly preferred
- Experience with mechanical engineering tools: Solidworks CAD, PDM, PLM systems
- Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment