Laser Technician

Aliases: Laser Engineer

Industry/Sector(s): Optical Products

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Laser Technician is expected to perform include:

Constructing and testing prototype gas or solid-state laser devices as per specification
Applying theory and principles of laser engineering and electronic circuits
Guiding workers engaged in grinding mirror blanks, coating mirror surfaces and machining metal parts
Managing controls of vacuum pump and gas transfer equipment to test laser beam
Setting up precision electronic and optical instruments to test laser device
Installing and aligning various optical parts

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need to handle a team of workers
Local travelling is not part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ⁴

Preferably, B.E/B.Tech in mechanical

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Proficient in various theories and principles of laser engineering and electronic circuits
Adept at reviewing project instructions such as assembly layout, blueprints and sketches
Well-versed with interpreting production details such as dimensions and functional requirements
Knowledge of installing and aligning optical parts such as mirrors and wave plates in laser body using precision instruments
Proficient in purging, evacuating and filling laser body with specified volume and pressure of gases such as helium, neon or carbon dioxide to test laser beam
Adept at installing and aligning electronic components, tubing and wiring to connect controls such as valves, regulators, dials, switches, etc.
Well-versed in testing laser for gas leaks using leak detector
Proficient in analysing test data and reporting results to engineering personnel

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Able to work under pressure
Good hand-eye co-ordination
Ability to follow instructions

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Colleges offering engineering across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://www.kanpuruniversity.org/SYLLABUS/ME.pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Optical Worker → Assistant Technician → Laser Technician → Engineer → Process Supervisor → Process Manager

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For candidates with experience - Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ⁴

Generally, 10-20 years of experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Laser device manufacturers units

KEYWORDS

Laser Engineer
Laser Technician

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	3119.1100	Laser Technician
ISCO 2008	3119	Physical and Engineering Science Technicians, n.e.c
NIC 2008	26600	Manufacture of irradiation, electro medical and electrotherapeutic equipment
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 3
2	http://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/features/10-fixable-stress-related-health-problems http://www.cwa-union.org/pages/Lasers_and_the_Workplace
3	http://www.glassdoor.com/Job/laser-technician-jobs-SRCH_KO0,16.htm http://www.careerage.com/dispjob-Candor-Management-Services-Pvt-Ltd-LASER-ENGINEER-Coimbatore-Tamil-Nadu-India-5-to-6-years-for-an-MNC-Company-cf-candor3-1431147120-17201.html

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