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 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 laser diode / 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

* Summarize and present results in internal and external forums. Prepare written reports and technical documents

* Partner with operations and equipment engineering support to resolve manufacturing challenges in order to meet output and yield requirements

* Supports manufacturing and engineering both at Camas site and overseas high volume production

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

* 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 faced paced environment

* Hands-on working experience with optical fibers, lasers, optics, electronics and precision mechanical systems and required tools.

* 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 coach and mentor team members supporting their career development.

* Excellent interpersonal skills, energetic and self-starter

* Proven success in leading teams and solving complex technical problems

* Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments

* Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal

* Leadership experience in a high volume manufacturing environment, including managing engineering teams

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, Lab View, MATLAB, Power

BI, 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:

* Senior Process Engineer: $100,000 - $125,000 annually

Other Compensation and Benefits

* Target Cash Bonus of 6% of earned wages

* Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants

* 4 weeks of Paid Time Off…