Optical 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 Fab Shop technician will report to the Fab Shop Supervisor in the Optical Manufacturing Group and duties include the following: Operate continuous polishers. Operate grinding machines. Operate double-sided grinding and polishing machines up to 4” diameter optics. Use of micrometers, calipers, and interferometers. Maintain and clean equipment. Interpret optical drawings in order to manufacture parts to specifications. Organize, inventory, and order spare supplies for the shop.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in optics, electro-optics, physics, or mechanical technology and 3 years of relevant experience required Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to manipulate heavy mechanisms and glass substrates required
- Willingness to interact with fellow technicians, research scientists, students, and vendors with a friendly and professional attitude required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with alignment of laser systems preferred
- Previous experience with grinding and polishing equipment is preferred
- Good mechanical or electrical skills preferred
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to document work and follow procedures preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain equipment to shape, grind, and polish optical components up to 350mm diameter.
- Evaluate optical drawings in order to manufacture parts to required specifications.
- Assist in the final testing of parts.
- Operate continuous polishers.
- Operate grinding machines.
- Operate double-sided grinding and polishing machines up to 4” diameter optics.
- Use of micrometers, calipers, and interferometers.
- Maintain and clean equipment.
- Interpret optical drawings in order to manufacture parts to specifications.
- Organize, inventory, and order spare supplies for the shop.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
