Technician, LCM Test

Lumotive
Redmond, WA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at entry-to-mid-level technicians with optics or electronics experience who can work in a controlled clean environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on lab experience in optical testing and semiconductor handling
    — “Experience running test or measurement equipment in a lab or production setting”
  • Individuals who thrive in structured environments with exacting procedures
    — “Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures exactly”
  • Those with prior exposure to cleanroom protocols and ESD precautions
    — “Experience working in a controlled clean environment, such as a cleanroom or ESD-controlled lab”

Things to consider

  • The role requires physical stamina for extended periods at a test station
    — “Must be able to sit or stand at a test station for extended periods”
  • Candidates must be comfortable with laser safety procedures
    — “May involve working near laser sources while following laser safety rules”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience with optical test setups like lasers and alignment stages
    — “Familiarity with optical test setups such as lasers, cameras, power meters or alignment stages”
  • Emphasize skills in data entry and using lab software systems
    — “Accurate data entry and basic computer skills”
  • Showcase a track record of handling small, delicate parts without damage
    — “Careful, steady handling of delicate optical components, lenses or semiconductor parts”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Run Test Equipment to Characterize LCM Devices According to Written Test Procedures
  • Handle, Load and Unload Optical Parts and Devices Without Scratching, Contaminating or Damaging Them
  • Inspect Parts Before and After Testing and Flag Defects, Damage or Contamination
Typical background
Experience in Semiconductor, Optics or Photonics Manufacturing or TestTechnical Certificate or Associate Degree in Electronics, Photonics, Optics or a Related Field

Skills & requirements

Required

Handling Delicate Optical ComponentsRunning Test EquipmentFollowing Cleanroom ProtocolsAccurate Data EntryBasic Computer SkillsTechnical Certificate Or Associate Degree In Electronics, Photonics, Optics Or A Related Field

Preferred

Experience In Semiconductor, Optics Or Photonics Manufacturing Or TestFamiliarity With Optical Test SetupsComfort Using Tweezers, Vacuum Wands And Fixtures To Handle Small Parts

Stack & domain

Handling Optical PartsCleanroom ProtocolsESD PrecautionsTest EquipmentData EntrySemiconductorOpticsPhotonics

About the role

Original posting from Lumotive via Lever

Lumotive is pioneering the era of programmable optics—where light is controlled as intelligently and flexibly as software.

At the heart of this transformation is a once-in-a-generation innovation: a flat CMOS-based “general purpose optic.” Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) beam forming chips can be programmed to function as a beam steering mirror, a lens, mirror, a beam splitter—or any optical function—replacing bulky and mechanical optical components with a fully digital, reconfigurable semiconductor . This breakthrough lays the foundation for a massive shift in multiple technologies—from 3D sensing and imaging to optical networking, free space optical communication, and beyond. Like the shift from analog to digital in electronics, programmable optics will reshape industries from robotics, self-driving cars, AI, defense, and healthcare.

Lumotive’s first commercial application is in LiDAR, where its software-defined beam steering chips are already enabling compact, high-performance, solid-state sensors. These sensors are being deployed today in smart infrastructure, robotics, and mobility systems through leading module makers and solution integrators.

With more than 200 patents and growing commercial traction, Lumotive is delivering the world’s first digital platform for light—and redefining what’s possible in the optical age.

Responsibilities::

  • Run test equipment to characterize LCM devices according to written test procedures.
  • Handle, load and unload optical parts and devices without scratching, contaminating or damaging them.
  • Follow clean-environment protocols, including gowning, ESD precautions and workspace cleanliness.
  • Inspect parts before and after testing and flag defects, damage or contamination.
  • Record test results, part serial numbers and observations accurately in the required logs or systems.
  • Report equipment problems, unexpected results or procedure deviations to the engineering lead promptly.
  • Keep test stations, fixtures and tools organized, clean and ready for use.

Qualifications::

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures exactly.
  • Experience working in a controlled clean environment, such as a cleanroom or ESD-controlled lab.
  • Careful, steady handling of delicate optical components, lenses or semiconductor parts.
  • Experience running test or measurement equipment in a lab or production setting.
  • Accurate data entry and basic computer skills.
  • Technical certificate or associate degree in electronics, photonics, optics or a related field.
  • Prior work in semiconductor, optics or photonics manufacturing or test.
  • Familiarity with optical test setups such as lasers, cameras, power meters or alignment stages.
  • Comfort using tweezers, vacuum wands and fixtures to handle small parts.
  • Work takes place in a controlled clean environment and requires wearing cleanroom gloves and other protective equipment.
  • Must be able to sit or stand at a test station for extended periods.
  • Must have good near vision and manual dexterity for handling small, fragile parts.
  • May involve working near laser sources while following laser safety rules.

Compensation:

This is a temporary role.  

Benefits include but not limited to:

Health, dental and vision

FSA, HSA

PTO plus 14 paid company holidays

401K with 3% contribution

Stock Options

Life insurance and disability

Source: Lumotive careers (Lever)

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