Thorlabs
Engineering Technician I
Jessup, Maryland, United States
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DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3022) · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.
- We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.
- The location of this position will be in Jessup, MD.
Responsibilities
- Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.
- The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor, laser, or optical system production or R&D.
- Requirement may be waived for holder of a bachelor's degree.
Skills
- General understanding of basic photonics concepts
- Ability to handle critical and fragile optical components and sensitive equipment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, wiring diagrams, work instructions, and test procedures.
- Experience with hand tools, microscopes, and electronic and optical test and measurement equipment
- Proficiency in general computer use and Microsoft Office
- Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities
Compensation
- $27k-$34k
Benefits
- Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
This listing is sourced directly from Thorlabs's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.