nLIGHT, Inc Hiring for Mechanical Engineer – Directed Energy at Camas, WA  Full Time

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).

Your Challenge:

nLIGHT is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to assist in the development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems within our Directed Energy Development Group. The position calls for Opto-Mechanical design experience within a multidisciplinary team, focused on the design, fabrication, and productization of complex electro-optical systems.

Your Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a cross-functional teams pursuing the development of novel fiber laser designs
• Participate in NPI transition from engineering to production, assisting in developing processes, improving part designs, and tooling equipment
• Understand all technical details of products – ranging from initial designs to volume production issues
• Work within a team to help define user interfaces, overall system layouts, product requirements, and cost objectives
• Plan and execute design verification test protocols including environmental and accelerated life testing, qualify new design changes and materials
• Oversee and participate in the procurement and assembly of engineering and prototype builds
• Devise, design and build robust tooling and process equipment suitable for reliable high-volume manufacturing

Your Qualifications & Education:

• Commitment to excellence
• Attention to detail
• Pride in workmanship
• Self-directed possessing excellent oral and written communication skills
• Minimum of BS degree in mechanical engineering or comparable and at least 1-5 years of experience in a mechanical engineering role
• Experience with various manufacturing techniques – machining, sheet metal, injection molding, etc.
• Have a good understanding of material properties for metals, plastics, adhesives, and glass as well as the different coatings and finishes
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and engineering drawing practices including tolerance analysis and working understanding and ability to apply GD&T per ANSI Y14.5M
• Candidate shall be able to write clear and concise procedures and processes and be able to clearly communicate with engineering and technicians
• Experience using Solidworks PDM systems for data management and ECO process

Exceptional candidates will have experience in one or more of the following:

• Environmental/mechanical qualification testing for military applications
• Development of high-power laser and optical assemblies
• Detailed understanding of precision opto-mechanical design and fine mechanisms
• Experience with fiber optics

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary, level based on experience, education and skills:

• Mechanical Engineer I: $75,000 – $86,000
• Mechanical Engineer II: $80,000 – $93,000

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 accompanyingtemporary 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.