Opto-Mechanical Technician II Job at University of Rochester (Rochester)

Opto-Mechanical Technician II

University of Rochester

Location:
United States of America , Rochester

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

23.06 - 32.29 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

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. Ready to jump start a new career? Do you have a strong technical aptitude? Do you have experience working with optical systems? If so, the University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is looking for you! Here at LLE, we take pride in being a national resource for research and education in both science and technology! Our focus is on using lasers to create fusion energy! Pretty cool, right?! You have the chance to join our team! LLE is looking for its next Beamlines Technician.

Job Responsibility:

Assists in the assembly, alignment, and testing of optical and mechanical components used in devices such as lasers, imaging systems, and other optical instruments
Ensures the proper functioning and calibration of optical systems
May collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues, document procedures, and contribute to the overall manufacturing and quality control processes
Supporting the operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments
Precision alignment of optical systems
Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues
Performing preventative maintenance
Supporting engineers in design and installation of new equipment
Shift flexibility is required (Morning and Evening shifts)
Participates in requirements gathering, hardware selection, installation planning, installation work, coordination of software changes, acceptance test creation and execution, and certification of system for minor systems
Participates in the installation of new equipment
Supports the installation and operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments
Participates in the writing/updating of procedures to ensure best practices and process improvements are being recorded
Completes administrative, safety, facility, and LLE required training

Requirements:

Associate's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and 1 year of relevant experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software required
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment required
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and navigate stairs/ladder required
Excellent verbal and written communication required
Strong interpersonal skills working in a team-based environment required
Ability to obtain a security clearance required

Nice to have:

Experience with electrical, controls, and vacuum systems
Experience handing precision optical components
Proficiency reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics
Technical writing experience
Availability to work second shift

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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