Process 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).

Summary

Process Engineers enable next generation components and systems related to semiconductor diodes lasers, fiber optic coupled devices, and fiber lasers. Drive continuous improvement activities in a manufacturing environment for new product development, sustained legacy products, and support production as appropriate and coordinate a wide range of cross functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates effectively with cross functional groups (Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality) to drive root cause analysis, yield improvements and cost reduction.

• Provides technical leadership and support to customer facing teams for resolving customer concerns and business development.

• Leads and executes process development and improvement projects from conception to completion.

• Identifies recent external advancements in appropriate technical field and qualifies into production as capable processes.

• Supports transition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizing DFSS and DFM.

• Drives 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.

• Supports manufacturing of released processes and products including generating BOMs and routers, documenting work instructions and support training of personnel.

• Evaluates, procures, and qualifies new manufacturing equipment and tools.

• Directs daily activities of engineering technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Optical, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Physics) or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies.

• 3+ years of experience in process or product development of laser components, sub-systems, fiber optics, precision optical/electro-mechanical assemblies.

• Knowledge and understanding of optical fibers, fiber assemblies and termination, optics, laser diodes and a variety of metrology/characterization/failure analysis techniques.

• Hands-on working experience with optical fibers, lasers, optics and precision opto-mechanical systems and tools.

• Strong record of problem solving and data analysis through structured methodologies in high order multi-dimensional spaces

• Situational leadership skills and ability to work with cross functional & multi-site teams effectively.

• Strong command of electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, basic tooling, and fixture design.

• Understanding of new product introduction, qualification, and product lifecycle process.

• ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt.

• In addition to the above qualifications, the ideal candidate embraces teamwork and mentoring opportunities among engineering and operations environments.

Desired:

• Hybrid microelectronic packaging experience a plus

• Experience with industry standards such as: MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534, IPC/J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610, ANSI OP1.002.2009, and ISO 10110-7

• Background with the following processes and equipment: die attach/bonding, wire/ribbon bonding, vacuum solder reflow ovens, optical fiber alignment, hermetic seam sealing, solder and epoxies, electro-optical, electro-pneumatic and pressurized gas systems.

• ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Starting pay depends on qualifications:

• Process Engineer I: $80,000 - $90,000
• Process Engineer II: $87,000 - $100,000
• Sr Process Engineer III: $100,000 - $125,000

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages (6% for Senior)

• Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants

• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each year up to 4 weeks

• 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 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.