Laser Engineer

nLIGHT, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Camas
Mar 11, 2025
Description Who We Are At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary Develop next-generation laser products in a fast-growing, vertically integrated company. Take products from concept phase through product release and into manufacturing as a core member of an interdisciplinary team. Functions Contribute to cross-functional development teams to deliver innovative laser products. Apply detailed understanding of lasers and optics to development of commercial lasers. Provide technical leadership within a structured product-development process, including planning and tracking, leading experimental and modeling activities, conducting data and design reviews, leading problem-solving teams and failure analyses, and documenting and reporting results. Develop and refine fiber processing tools and techniques to enable manufacturing of lasers and critical components. Develop optical diagnostic methods and tools for characterizing lasers and components. Support Marketing and Sales personnel, Applications engineers, customers, and end users, and translate market needs into product development projects. Direct activities of technicians. Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience with the development and manufacturing of lasers, amplifiers and fiber-based components. Experience with optical fiber, fiber lasers, semiconductor lasers, electro optics and opto-mechanics is advantageous. Experience with measurement tools and techniques for characterizing the spatial, spectral, and temporal characteristics of high-power lasers. Solid analytical and structured problem-solving skills. Experience with statistical analysis tools, simulation software, statistical process control, and design of experiments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to summarize and present results and conclusions clearly and effectively. Ability to work cross-functionally as both a team leader and a contributor. BS, MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Material Science. nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary based on qualifications Laser Engineer I: $83,000 - $90,000 Laser Engineer II: $87,000 - $97,000 Senior Laser Engineer: $95,000 - $125,000 Other Compensation and Benefits Target Cash Bonus of 5% to 6% of your wages, depending on level Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 10 paid Holidays Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Aflac Supplemental Insurance Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Program Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [emailprotected].