Senior Process Development Engineer

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).

About the Role

A key leader within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will require a strong combination of technical acumen in a fiber laser / optics / systems engineering related field, leadership / situational awareness, and a drive to deliver successful outcomes in a faced paced environment.

They will coordinate effectively with a wide range of cross functional groups to deliver capable processes leveraging a vertically integrated manufacturing environment.

This is a full-time onsite position, working at our Camas location.

Your Responsibilities :

• Early engagement with design teams on new system architecture / designs to ensure manufacturability in production
• Utilizing Systems Engineering techniques, ensure efficient integration of optical, mechanical, and electrical components to deliver high yielding production processes
• Leads and executes process development and improvement projects from conception to completion
• Supports transition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizing Lean practices, DFSS, and DFM
• Supports manufacturing of released processes and products including documenting work instructions and critical processes, and support training of personnel
• Evaluation, procurement, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment and tools
• Identification of recent external advancements in appropriate technical fields and qualifies these into production as capable processes
• Directs daily activities of Engineers and Engineering Technicians

Your Qualifications & Experience :

• Post-Graduate Degree in engineering (Optical, Electrical, Physics, Mechanical, Chemical) and 10+ years of industrial experience in closely related technologies, or equivalent combination of education (Bachelors Degree) and exceptional industrial experience
• Extensive experience in process or product development, covering technology areas such as lasers, opto-mechanical integration or complex power electronics
• Systems Engineering skills with strong expertise in process and quality control methods and a detailed understanding of statistical process control techniques and process capability
• Direct experience with manufacturing and testing of high-powered electrical and optical systems. Experience with defense-related industries and standards including experience assessing and delivering processes to required TRL / MRL levels preferred
• Experience with setting up early prototyping and testing and new product lines and transitioning early products into volume production
• Strong record of problem solving through structured methodologies and implementing and sustaining robust processes and systems
• Situational leadership skills and ability to work with cross functional & multi-site teams effectively. Ability to drive consensus and deliver results in a fast paced environment
• Hands-on working experience with optical fibers, lasers, optics, electronics and precision mechanical systems and required tools.

Optical fiber splicing experience highly desired

• Experience with assembly processes including use of tools, complex test equipment, adhesives, electrical power and cooling systems highly desired
• Working knowledge of manufacturing financial metrics and understanding of key drivers of cost
• Demonstrated ability to hire, train and mentor engineers and technicians

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt
• Master's and / or PhD
• Knowledge and understanding of optical fibers, fiber assemblies and termination, optics, test margins, laser diodes and a variety of metrology / characterization / failure analysis techniques.
• Experience with JMP, SQL, LabView, MATLAB, PowerBI, etc.
• 10+ years of recent experience in process or product development of lasers, electronics, systems engineering and yield improvements or related discipline.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

Starting salary level is based on qualifications :

• Sr Process Development Engineer : $100,000 to $125,000 annually
• Principal Process Development Engineer : $125,000 to $155,000 annually

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Eligible for Target Cash Bonus of 6-8% of base salary (depending on level)
• Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each year up to 4 weeks
• 9 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 these government posters : EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement .

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 Hr@nlight.net .