Thorlabs · 11 hours ago
Photonics Engineer II
Lafayette, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$99K/yr - $125K/yr
6+ years expThorlabs is dedicated to advancing science through innovative photonics technologies. The Photonics Engineer II will drive product development, collaborate with customers, and enhance internal optical metrology capabilities to ensure high-performance optical products meet customer needs.
Health CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Guide new products from initial ideas and proof of concept demonstration through prototype, release, production, and support of our customers
Generate application-centric product specifications to serve as technical requirements for partner engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and Firmware)
Assist with the release to production process within Thorlabs' ERP system
Collaborate on build documentation, assembly instructions, and training of production staff
Develop advanced characterization systems that provide new insights into coating performance, substrate characteristics, and support improvements in production yield
Design standardized tools and templates to generate test and measurement documentation, enabling repeatable manufacturing of high-performance assemblies
Develop technical materials for customer-facing publications, to aid customers in making informed buying decisions and understanding the operation of all devices
Interface with customers to provide technical support for optical assemblies
Coordinate the design, assembly, verification, and documentation of optical cavities and advanced systems such as optical reference apparatus and spectroscopic instrumentation
Produce test reports and maintain traceability of measurements
Qualification
Required
Minimum 6 years relevant industry experience with BS, OR 4 - 8 years post graduate experience (industry preferred) with an advanced degree
BS in an optics or physics-related engineering field
Experience building optical and laser assemblies
Experience with advanced scientific instruments desired, e.g. PID servos, PLLs, frequency counters, RF spectrum analyzers, AOMs, and EOMs
Experience generating noise budgets for optical metrology efforts
Strong knowledge of building instrument control interfaces using Python, C, and/or C++
Proficient with data analysis software (MATLAB, Python, Excel, or similar)
Strong analytical skills and real problem-solving experience
Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment
High attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Effective written and oral communication
Preferred
MS or PhD in optics or physics-related field
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid life insurance
A generous PTO package
A 401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Thorlabs
Thorlabs is a privately held optical equipment company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Peter Heim
Chief Technology Officer & General Manager
Larry Wineberg
CFO
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