Opto-Mechanical Technician III
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. The University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is looking for its next Beamlines Technician. Here at LLE, we take pride in being a national resource for research and education in both science and technology! Our focus is on using lasers to create fusion energy.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Optics or technology /engineering field and 2 years of relevant experience required (4 years’ preferred)
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong technical aptitude
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs and navigate stairs/ladders
- High degree of manual dexterity
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong interpersonal skills working in a team-based environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software
- Shift flexibility (Morning and Evening shifts)
Nice To Haves
- Experience with optical, mechanical, electrical systems
- Experience handling precision optical components
- Proficient with reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics
- Technical writing experience
Responsibilities
- Opto-Mechanical technicians are responsible for the operation, maintenance, upgrades to the amplifiers as well as the support systems including water/glycol cooling systems, nitrogen delivery systems, and the flashlamp test facility.
- Operators are expected to understand these systems well and have mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair
- Supporting the operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments which frequently involves being in a cleanroom environment
- Precision alignment of optical systems
- Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Supporting engineers in design and installation of new equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
