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Opto-Mechanical Assembly Engineer / Technician (1st and 2nd Shift)

Maxonic Inc.
Milpitas, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opto-Mechanical Assembly Engineer / Technician (1st and 2nd Shift) position at Maxonic Inc.?

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for an Opto-Mechanical Assembly Engineer / Technician (1st and 2nd Shift).

Job Description:

Job Title: Opto-Mechanical Assembly Engineer / Technician (1st and 2nd Shift)

Job Location: Milpitas, CA

Work Schedule: On-site

Rate: $36, Based on experience.

Shift: Monday - Saturday

06 AM - 03:30 PM

03 / 04 PM or 12:30 - 02:30 AM (OT required)

OT required on Saturday's

Responsibilities:

Maintain tool schedules, complete alignment processes (milestones) per defined test times - work assignments that are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems

Support tool progression priorities -tests and troubleshoots assemblies and/or final systems

As required, prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems


Additional Responsibilities:

Maintain test tooling, sending/receiving tooling to complete daily work activities (3rd party calibration)


Top 3 Skills Needed:

1. Mechanical experience – hands-on mechanical work is essential.

2. Optical alignment experience – highly preferred.

3. Commitment for long-term – ability to work extended hours and sustain workload.


Work Schedule:

• 6 days/week (Monday–Saturday)

• 10 hours/day

• Long-term engagement expected.


Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma

• At least 1 year of relevant experience (mechanical/optical)

• Interview process will assess knowledge and skills.


Interview Process:

• 3 rounds in one day (~1.5 hours total):

• Mechanical test

• Written test

• One-on-one interview


Industry Preference:

• Candidates from aeronautics or medical devices are good fits.

• No fiber optics experience required.


Requirements:

Performs the build, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies at a system level.

Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams. c.

• Tests and troubleshoots assemblies and/or final systems.

May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing.

Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems. May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.

Requires experience in testing digital and/or analog systems

Ability to read complicated drawings, mathematics, handbook formulas, and a variety of testing and measuring instruments

An AA degree, military technical training or their equivalent vocational training is a .

• Will accept HS diploma with equivalent experience

Lift 50 lb requirement


EXPERIENCE:

• Typically requires a minimum of 2 - 4 years of related experience.

• Looking for a person with strong mechanical, electrical and software skills.

• NOT looking for PCB experience/ board TS.

• More opto assembly BIG system level.

About Maxonic:

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.


Interested in Applying?

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Manish Rajput (manish@maxonic.com / (408) 684-6911) for more details.

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