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nLIGHT, Inc. · 6 hours ago

Optical Engineer

Camas, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $110K/yr

nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for various applications. They are seeking a hands-on Optical Engineer to support the development of high-power fiber laser systems, contributing to design, development, testing, and delivery of laser products.

ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contribute to a cross-functional team pursuing the development of novel fiber laser and component designs

Apply theoretical and experimental understanding of lasers, fiber optics, and opto-mechanical design to the development of high-power fiber lasers and components

Design, develop, and test fiber laser systems and critical components, including fiber amplifiers

Consistently and effectively report out on design and testing to core and cross-functional teams

Qualification

Optical EngineeringFiber Laser DevelopmentOpto-Mechanical SystemsOptical TestingData AnalysisReliability EngineeringLaser Safety StandardsTest AutomationSolidWorksERP SystemsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

BS or MS in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Hands on experience with development of fiber and/or solid-state lasers and amplifiers, optics, and/or opto-mechanical systems

Strong laboratory skills including optical testing and characterization of high-power lasers or complex optical sub-assemblies

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, including problem identification, data analysis, action planning, and execution

Strong theoretical and experimental understanding of lasers and their associated optics

Fiber laser system design and modeling, including practical considerations (manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability)

Good communication and collaboration skills

Must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status)

Preferred

Hands on experience with high-power lasers for defense or aerospace applications

Familiarity with SolidWorks, ERP systems, and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL)

Working knowledge of reliability engineering, laser safety standards, and test automation

Benefits

Target Cash Bonus of 5% of earned wages

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

Company

nLIGHT, Inc.

nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications.

Founded in 2000