Reliability Engineering Co-Op

Location: Canada - Ottawa (Bill Leathem), Canada - Ottawa (Terry Fox)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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: Reliability Engineer

Employment Type: Student – Co-op/Intern, existing vacancy

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.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform qualification and regulatory compliance testing for next generation optical switching products.
• Perform qualification of electrical and optical sub-components.
• Collect then analyze data and compare results with vendor submitted data.
• Analyze and characterize failures.
• Collect and analyze test, vendor, and field data.
• Calculate reliability statistics (FIT, MTBF, etc.).
• Prepare reports.
• Learn how electro-optical products are tested and how/why they fail.

What We’re Looking For

Education:

• 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
• You must be registered full-time or part time, in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.

Skills:

• Understanding of optical systems and optical instruments;
• Understanding of electrical and optical measurements;
• Understanding of Statistics;
• Previous experience working with databases, processing large sets of data, and summarizing using AI Tools;
• Previous experience with Python, Visual Basic, or other scripting language would be considered an asset;
• The ability to scrutinize and interpret data in order to provide meaningful conclusions;
• Strong communication skills;
• Ability to operate effectively in highly technical and multi project environment.
• Organized and motivated individual with attention to detail;
• Focused on completing assigned tasks in a timely manner;

Perks You’ll Love:

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

The Opportunity:

• Pay Range: $24-35/hr
• 8-month term

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 talentacquisition@lumentum.com to request accommodation.

Join us—your future starts here!