Internship, Lidar Test Engineering

Voyant Photonics • New York, NY

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About The Position

Voyant Photonics, based in the heart of New York City, is transforming machine perception with a new class of LiDAR devices that are compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand and powerful enough to measure range, velocity, and reflectivity with unparalleled accuracy. By leveraging cutting-edge silicon photonic chips smaller than your fingertip, we deliver sensors that are not only revolutionary in performance but also affordable enough to integrate into any system. Our technology disrupts the status quo of bulky, expensive, and power-hungry LiDAR systems, making high-precision sensing accessible for widespread adoption in robotics, autonomous vehicles, drones, industrial automation, and beyond. We are seeking a motivated and hands-on LiDAR Test Engineering Intern to join our team and directly contribute to the development of our next-generation LiDAR modules. This is a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in a fast-growing startup, working with disruptive sensing technology at the intersection of photonics, hardware, and software integration. As an intern, you will take on a highly cross-disciplinary, hands-on role. Your primary project will involve designing and building a complete module test fixture—from electrical and mechanical design to data collection and analysis. This internship is an excellent opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Coursework or project experience in PCB design, mechanical CAD, or test fixture development
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data collection and analysis
• Comfort with basic lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to work hands-on in a lab environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., PyVISA, LabVIEW, or custom Python libraries)
• Exposure to signal integrity, optics, or sensor systems
• Previous internship or project work involving both mechanical and electrical design
• Strong written documentation and data analysis skills

Responsibilities

• Design & Build Test Fixture
• Select and integrate electrical and mechanical connectors for module interface
• Design and layout a custom PCB for testing functionality and signal access
• Develop a mechanical enclosure for the test fixture ensuring ease of use and robustness
• Write scripts to automate test execution and collect module performance data
• Implement data storage and logging infrastructure for traceability
• Perform initial data analysis (e.g., signal integrity, power, thermal, or optical performance) and summarize results for the engineering team
• Work with hardware, photonics, and systems engineers to ensure fixture validity and coverage
• Document test plans, fixture schematics, and software in a reproducible, maintainable format
• Present findings and recommendations to the team in a clear and structured manner

Benefits

• Team events and company meetups
• Complimentary lunch provided daily at our NYC office
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the development of next-generation LiDAR products
• Mentorship from senior hardware, photonics, and systems engineers
• Hands-on experience with PCB design, mechanical prototyping, and test automation
• Competitive compensation and potential for conversion to full-time

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees