Sr. 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 the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

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

• Support transition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizing DFSS and DFM.
• Drive continuous improvement opportunities and yield metrics utilizing a 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.
• Build new fiber laser product lines as part of a key strategy in a vertically integrated organization.
• Document, improve, and maintain work instructions and support training of personnel.
• Lead and execute process development and improvement projects from conception to completion.
• Identify recent external advancements in appropriate technical field and qualify into production as capable processes.
• Evaluate, procure, and qualify new manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Direct daily activities of engineering technicians.

• Master’s degree in engineering (Optical, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Physics) or exceptional industrial experience in closely related technologies.
• 5+ years of recent experience in process or product development of lasers, systems engineering or related discipline.
• Experience setting up new product lines, and proven track record of transitioning into volume production.
• Hands on working experience with optical fibers, lasers, optics, electronics and precision opto-mechanical systems and tools.
• Strong record of problem solving through structured methodologies and implementing robust processes and systems.
• Situational leadership skills and ability to work with cross functional & multi-site teams effectively.
• Experience with mechanical drawings, basic tooling and fixture design.
• Experience with setting up new product lines and transitioning into volume production.
• Experience with JMP, SQL, Power
  
  BI, Excel, etc.

• ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt preferred
• Solidworks, mechanical design experience
• Project leadership and systems engineering experience

Starting salary level is based on qualifications:

Sr Process Development Engineer III: $100,000 - $125,000

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Target Cash Bonus of 6% of earned wages
• Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 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
• Tution 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).

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nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

For more information, please review the following notices:

• E-Verify Participation Poster
• Right to Work Poster