Test Engineer 1

About Oxford Instruments

Our purpose is to accelerate the breakthroughs that create a brighter future for our world. Our technology and scientific expertise enable our customers to discover and bring to market exciting new advances that drive human progress. We aim to be the scientific instrumentation partner in every significant lab and production facility across the world.

Oxford Instruments Asylum Research is manufacturer of nanotechnology instrumentation for industry and research. Specifically, we design, build and sell Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM) which are used to analyze material topography, elasticity, conductivity and other properties.

We are part of the wider Oxford Instruments Group that also includes Andor Technology, NanoScience, Plasma Technology and X-Ray Technology. With a sixty-year history, and fourteen Queen's Awards for Enterprise, our world-class products and technologies are helping our customers to address the greatest challenges of the 21st century.

We want to empower our employees so that they innovate, support our growth and improve our productivity. We support them to make the right decisions and reach their full potential as they develop their careers at Oxford Instruments. Our ways of working are lived every day and are as follows:

• We start with the customer
• We succeed by being focused
• We make and keep our promises
• We work together as one team
• We help and trust each other to succeed
  
  

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a full-time Test Engineer to join Oxford Instruments Asylum Research team in Santa Barbara to support the testing of our Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) product lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete standardized tests and generate test reports to ensure optimal system performance
• Troubleshoot systems and perform repairs as required during testing
• Generate and maintain technical documentation for all test and troubleshooting procedures
• Interface with technical staff in other departments for manufacturing and product development support
• Provide excellent customer support via email, phone and in person as needed
• Other duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, physics or equivalent practical experience.
• At least one year of hands-on engineering experience
• The ability to interpret schematics, and an aptitude for mechanical/electronic/optical design.
• Strong attention to detail along with excellent manual dexterity and an affinity to working with precision parts.
• A self-starter attitude and commitment to producing high quality work against sometimes demanding deadlines.
• The ability to excel and communicate in a customer-focused team environment.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

• One+ year(s) of SPM/AFM experience.

Salary

In accordance with California law, the expected salary for this full-time, benefited position is between $77,000 - $81,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Oxford Instruments Perks and Benefits

Generous benefit packages - We offer our employees competitive health insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

• Our 401k program has options for saving both pre- and post-tax dollars for retirement.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Work-life balance is a key part of our company culture here at OI, and we know that our employees do their best work when they can take the time they need to rest and recharge. Employees start with 4 weeks of PTO, which is accrued each pay period.
• Holidays - We recognize 12 holidays this year
• In addition to all the standard PTO options, Oxford Instruments proudly offers a generous and progressive paid family leave policy.
• Professional Development - Oxford Instruments supports you and your professional development with $5,250 available in annual tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time for this position.

Oxford Instruments is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Oxford Instruments is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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