nLIGHT, Inc. · 3 hours ago
Sr. Process Engineer
Camas, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expnLIGHT is a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for various applications. The role involves enabling the next generation of fiber laser products through process development, driving continuous improvement in manufacturing, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support transition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizing DFSS and DFM
Drive continuous improvement opportunities and yield metrics utilizing wide variety of analytical techniques (such as SPC, DOE, Gauge R&R), lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts
Support manufacturing of released processes and products
Build new fiber laser product lines as part of a key strategy in a vertically integrated organization
Document, improve, and maintain work instructions and support training of personnel
Lead and execute process development and improvement projects from conception to completion
Identify recent external advancements in appropriate technical field and qualify into production as capable processes
Evaluate, procure, and qualify new manufacturing equipment and tools
Direct daily activities of engineering technicians
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in engineering (Optical, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Physics) or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies
5+ years of recent experience in process or product development of lasers, systems engineering or related discipline
Experience setting up new product lines, and proven track record of transitioning into volume production
Hands on working experience with optical fibers, lasers, optics, electronics and precision opto-mechanical systems and tools
Strong record of problem solving through structured methodologies and implementing robust processes and systems
Situational leadership skills and ability to work with cross functional & multi-site teams effectively
Experience with mechanical drawings, basic tooling and fixture design
Experience with setting up new product lines and transitioning into volume production
Experience with JMP, SQL, PowerBI, Excel, etc
Preferred
ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt preferred
Solidworks, mechanical design experience
Project leadership and systems engineering experience
Benefits
Target Cash Bonus of 6% 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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$207.11MKey Investors
Mohr Davidow Ventures
2018-04-25IPO
2017-05-10Series G· $25.78M
2016-01-26Series Unknown· $35.83M
Leadership Team
Scott Keeney
CEO
Robert Martinsen
CTO
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