Optical and electrical characterization test engineer

What you will do

• The candidate will characterize and test passive and active integrated photonics circuits in an experimental lab environment.
• The candidate will perform electrical testing of electronic circuits and systems.
• The candidate will build and maintain experimental optical and electrical test setups, help keep the lab environment up to date through the procurement of new material and maintenance of existing material.
• The candidate will develop and maintain algorithms to perform automatic measurements and data analysis in Python, C++, C, or VisualC.
  
  

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth. 

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits. 

Who you are

• Master's degree in electrical or electronics engineering, photonics engineering, physics, or related fields.
• Experience in programming with Python or C++.
• A quick learner that is not afraid to step out of their technical comfort zone.
• Independent problem solver who does not shy away from hands-on and delicate work.
• A punctual, organized, and scientific mindset.
• Strong reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Optional: experience with integrated photonic circuit characterization.
• Optional: experience with electronic circuit system testing, soldering, multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Optional: experience with software management tools like Github and Jira.
• Optional: experience with a wet lab environment.

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