Optical Technician

EXFO • Quebec, QC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

EXFO is a global leader in test, monitoring, and analysis solutions for telecommunications networks. Our success is built on innovation, collaboration, and the talent of our teams around the world. The Optical Technician contributes to projects by participating in the opto-mechanical and opto-electronic aspects of our products. They are responsible for the assembly and qualification of prototypes. Depending on their experience level and project needs, they may also participate in product design in collaboration with other team members. They work closely with the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure transfer to production and provide technical support to the production team.

Requirements

• Good understanding of optics principles, both classical optics and fiber optics, as well as optoelectronics (lasers, detectors).
• College diploma in optics, physics, or electronics, combined with relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency with measurement equipment and instruments used in optical testing and characterization.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Comfortable with the Windows environment and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Advanced French language skills.
• Advanced English language skills (international context).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of industry standards and norms is an asset.
• Notions in electronics and/or mechanics would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of optical subsystems.
• Identify and qualify new optical parts and research second sources.
• Establish assembly procedures.
• Plan and execute optical product qualification.
• Provide support to production engineering.
• Write appropriate documentation.
• Provide first-level technical support for production teams.

Benefits

• Innovative and growing technology company
• Collaborative and stimulating environment
• Projects with real impact on business decisions
• Work flexibility (hybrid mode)
• Full range of benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree