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).

Enable next generation lasers through process development and support the transition from concept to high volume manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement activities in a manufacturing environment of released products, support production and coordinate effectively with a wide range of cross functional groups.

Responsibilities:

• Ownership of existing Process and Equipment and development of new capability.
• Execute process development in packaging with automated and semi-automated tools.
• As process owner, be able to demonstrate process steps to others for training & certification purposes.
• Ability to take on Process ownership with minute attention to details.
• Support transition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizing, FMEA, DFSS and DFM.
• Coordinate effectively with cross functional groups (Suppliers, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality) to drive improvements, Failure analysis, yield improvements and cost reduction.
• 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 including generating BOMs and routers, documenting work instructions and support training of personnel.
• Evaluate, procure, and qualify new manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Direct daily activities of engineering technicians

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical, Chemical, Systems engineering or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies.
• Experience with optical metrology, Optical benches and or Electrical test stations.
• Process and Project ownership with on-hands approach to development and problem solving.
• Strong record of problem solving and data analysis through structured methodologies
• Data analysis and understanding designed experiments.
• Fast learner and will to take on new projects and issues which may come up with line sustaining.
• Understanding of new product introduction and qualification
• In addition to the above qualifications, the ideal candidate embraces teamwork and mentoring opportunities among engineering, technician, and operations environments.
• Ability to improvise and utilize limited resources to obtain results and meeting schedules.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in EE, Materials, Optics or Mechanical Engineering
• 1 years’ experience in Process or product development using Equipment with high degree of Automation involving precision components, SMT or wafer fab.
• Experience with Solid Works to design and review fixtures and propose improvements.
• Custom design on
• Knowledge and understanding of optical fibers, fiber assemblies and termination, optics, test (esp. data analysis), laser diodes and a variety of metrology/characterization/failure analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, basic tooling, and fixture design.
• Background with the following processes and equipment is preferred: Optical Test benches, 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.

Salary, level based on experience, education and skills:

• Process Engineer I: $70,000 - $85,000
• Process Engineer II: $80,000 - $95,000

Other Compensation and Benefits:

• Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages
• 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 following start date 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits including Prescription and Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $37.00 per pay period 
• Flexible Spending and Health Spending 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 or legal Permanent Resident).  

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.

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000