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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 Manage​r

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
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