Optical Verification Engineer Co-op/Intern

Location: Canada - Ottawa (Bill Leathem)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Region’s Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.
 

Position Title: Optical Verification Engineer Co-op/Intern

Employment Type: Student – Co-op/Intern

Location: Ottawa ON, Onsite

About Lumentum

At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing.

We’re a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you’ll fit right in.

Lumentum is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Optical Verification Engineer (Co-op/Intern) to join the R&D Design Verification and Characterization (DVaC) team in Switching & Optical R&D based in Ottawa, Ontario.

The Opportunity

• 8-month term (preferred):             Sept 2026 to Apr 2027 
• 12-month term:                               Sept 2026 to Aug 2027  
• Pay Range: $24-35/hr
• Existing Vacancy

What You'll Be Doing

Do you enjoy having autonomy and independence in tasks, while also collaboratively contributing to novel, cutting-edge products in the photonics and optical communications industries?

If so, consider joining our team of talented optical engineers and software designers.

You will have a positive impact on our success by:
 

• Employing theoretical concepts and principles from optics & photonics in practice, to improve the robustness of our test & measurement techniques.
• Sharing your advanced knowledge of optical technologies with the team to further team growth.
• Developing test measurement techniques and station architectures to characterize critical optical parameters.
• Designing and conducting test cases to properly validate the operation of critical product features.
• Implementing and expanding upon automated test software and scripts that improve our test coverage as well as the quality of our results.
• Analyzing and characterizing optical, hardware and software failures and reporting them to relevant designers using our internal process and tools; and,
• Applying best practices and contributing to the ongoing improvement of team processes and test execution.

What We're Looking For

Education:

• 2+ years towards a degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics or equivalent.
• Candidates must be registered full-time or part time, in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.

Skills:

• Demonstrated technical expertise in active optical & electromagnetic components.
• Ability to take initiative in your tasks and ask meaningful questions.
• Team guidance skills.
• Strong, persistent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Good understanding of test plans, test execution, and bug reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of electrical hardware concepts.
• Experience in software development, drivers, instrumentation and automation is an asset.
• Familiarity with optical lab practices is an asset.

Perks You’ll Love

• Free parking
• Free gym
• Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea
• Prayer room
• Games room

Candidates must be eligible to complete a background check as part of the hiring process

Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future

At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do.

Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together!

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger, sparks creativity, and drives our success.

Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.

Join us—your future starts here!