Junior Test Engineer

PIXCEL () develops novel semiconductor-based photonic modules aimed at sensing and imaging applications.

• Build optoelectronic test setups
• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and reworking of PCBAs
• Characterize optical device
• Collect module performance and reliability data
• Assist in failure analysis activities

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary start-up team, including optical, electrical, mechanical, and software engineers. You will work closely with PIXCEL’s silicon photonics development leads. The position is on-site in Matawan, NJ.

You have experience with optoelectronics and photonic testing as well as electronics testing, assembly, and debugging. You are enthusiastic about engineering and the possibility of growing your career in a dynamic start-up environment. You are excited about the opportunity to help build a great company. You are hands‑on and enjoy working in a lab environment. You can work independently, but you value a friendly, team‑oriented, collaborative work environment.

You appreciate learning from your colleagues and letting them learn from you. Your great interpersonal and communication skills allow effortless collaboration across the organization.

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent with 2+ years industry experience
• Prior experience with optoelectronic testing
• Prior experience with electronics assembly, soldering, and debugging
• Ability to work with small-scale devices in a lab setting
• Knowledge of fiber optics and related test equipment
• Ability to code in Python and/or C# for lab automation is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

$100,000 - $120,000 a year