Optical Test Lab Technician

microTECH Global Limited; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks an Optical Test Lab Technician to support the assembly and maintenance of evaluation boards at Stansted Airport. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced lab environment. Key responsibilities include assembling evaluation boards, maintaining lab inventory, and ensuring a clean workspace. Ideal candidates have a relevant qualification and hands-on experience in technical settings. Competitive salary offered with additional benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working in a technical or laboratory setting.
• Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with equipment calibration cycles and service processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble evaluation boards for validation and customer use.
• Maintain and track inventory of lab consumables, components, and PCBs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and productive R&D lab environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work under pressure

Experience in technical or laboratory setting

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

BSc/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Optical Test Lab Technician

Up to £40,000 plus a bonus and other additional benefits

Location: Stansted Airport - 5 days a week onsite working required

No Sponsorship available

As a Semiconductor & Optical Test Lab Technician, you’ll support the assembly and maintenance of evaluation boards used for internal validation, customer testing, and trade show demonstrations. You’ll also play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of a dynamic lab environment—including equipment calibration and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Assemble evaluation boards for validation and customer use, including:
• Ball and wedge wire bonding
• Surface-mount soldering and connector installation
• Pick-and-place of silicon die and BGA components
• Optical component alignment
• Design and 3D printing of mechanical components
• Support calibration and servicing logistics of lab test equipment
• Maintain and track inventory of lab consumables, components, and PCBs
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and productive R&D lab environment

Qualifications

• BSc/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Hands‑on experience working in a technical or laboratory setting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to carefully follow build procedures
• Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience assembling high‑speed optical and electrical PCBs
• Familiarity with equipment calibration cycles and service processes
• Experience in labs supporting testing of high‑speed semiconductor components
• Experience managing component and equipment inventories using databases
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Outlook)

Please get in touch with Christina McGuire to hear more!