Lab Technician – Electro-Optical Communications group (ECO)

Introduction

The electro-optical communications (ECO) group in the faculty of electrical engineering has been leading the scientific and applied research into the use of light for communication systems for the past 40 years in the Netherlands Europe and the world. With deep connection with industry and academia around the globe the ECO group offers new members an opportunity to become an integral part of research and innovation in the area of optical communications.

The ECO group is housed in the FLUX building on the TU/e Campus overlooking a state-of-the-art cleanroom and supported by more than 300m^2 of labs for conducting experimental work. With 13 tenured scientists and as many as 100 PhD and postDocs the ECO group is a vibrant and exciting research group. The staff and students are a predominantly international group of scientists from more than 10 this video you can get a short glimpse at the kind of research activities carried out in our group through short interviews with past students.

Job Description

One of the main characteristics of the ECO group is its strong experimental focus. As such almost all researchers in the group are working in physical labs with state-of-the-art order to maintain train and support the ever-hanging student population a strong technical support team is needed. For the ECO group two technicians are entrusted with providing this one technician has been appointed and this advertisement is for attracting our second technician to our team.

A technician in the ECO group would ideally be able to assist all students and staff with any technical challenge encountered. The technician will take an active role and part in ongoing research and will support the scientific effort and contribute to the research of principal investigators in the role of the technician includes support of the ECO groups activities with external entities such as European or national grants and industry where he or she will carry responsibility for deliverables in the projects. Furthermore the technician will have contact with students from all the different labs and is expected to manage their time to support different research lines at the faculty of electrical engineering at TU/e. It is envisioned that the technical support team (2 FTEs) will be able to cover all required competencies needed as a team. Below we list the job requirements and the list of skills expected for the successful candidate. The technician should conform to many of the requirements below but above all should display curiosity and willingness to learn and grow in the fascinating fast developing area of optical/Photonic/RF communications quantum technologies to continue and increase his contribution to all research in the group in the coming years.

Main Tasks

• Develop and Maintain Automated Testing Systems: Create software for automated control and monitoring of optical/RF subsystems and implement scripts for data acquisition and performance evaluation.
• Integration and Configuration of Experimental Setups: Configure hardware-software interfaces for quantum communicationandmobiletelecommunicationsystems and ensure seamless operation between classical and quantum systems.
• Lab Equipment Calibration and Preventive Maintenance: Automate calibration routines for optical and RF instruments and maintain system health through predictive diagnostics.
• Data Management and Reporting: Implement structured data logging and visualization tools and generate automated performance reports for research teams.
• User Training and Safety Protocol Automation: Develop interactive training modules for lab users and automate access control and safety compliance checks.

Job Requirements

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• Preferably a MSc in Electrical Engineering or Applied physics or a comparable domain. Candidates with a BSc in same or related fields combined with extensive experience organizing and managing laboratories may also apply.
• Demonstratedtrack recordin training junior staff in lab work or other experience in instructional work.
• Experience and a strong background in the following subjectsisdesired(with typically 2 years of combined experience):
• Operation organization and management of research laboratories.
• Construction of complex test set-ups and their maintenance.
• Technical documentation of equipment/software inventory test procedures and test results.
• Telecommunication networks and their operation.
• Optical and fibre communications deployments.
• Network management and control of complex software environments.
• Knowledge of photonic integration technology a plus
• Computer networking programming and automation
• Computer networking network protocols ICT workflows
• Virtualization containerization and K8s clusters
• Monitoring & telemetry data acquisition and analysis graphical representation and dashboards.
• FPGA programming and usage.
• Programming & Automation:Python MATLAB instrument control protocols (GPIB I2C SCPI).
• Documentation & Compliance: Digital inventories safety workflows.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Desire and affinity to work in an academic research lab with PhDs Postdocs and MSc students.
• Good communicationand leadership skills.
• Excellentproficiency(written and oral) in English.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum 3.382- to maximum 5.057- for full-time employment depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 8/9 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

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About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

The mission of the Department of Electrical Engineering is to acquire share and transfer knowledge and understanding in the whole field of Electrical Engineering through education research and valorization. We work towards a Smart Sustainable Society a Connected World and a healthy humanity (Care & Cure). Activities share an application-oriented character a high degree of complexity and a large synergy between multiple facets of the field.

Research is carried out into the applications of electromagnetic phenomena in all forms of energy conversion telecommunication and electrical signal processing. Existing and new electrical components and systems are analyzed designed and built. The Electrical Engineering department takes its inspiration from contacts with high-tech industry in the direct surrounding region and beyond.

The department is innovative and has international ambitions and partnerships. The result is a challenging and inspiring setting in which socially relevant issues are addressed.

Information

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Application

If you are interested please use the apply button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team () before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
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