Description
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 conceptionto completion
- Supportstransition of new products from prototype to volume production utilizingLean 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 qualifiesthese 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, LabView, MATLAB, PowerBI, 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 StockUnit grants
- 4weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 10paidHolidays
- 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$40.00per 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
- PaidBereavement Leaveand Jury Duty
- Tuition AssistanceProgram
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations.To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a UScitizen,lawfulpermanentresident, 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 this government poster:
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
. 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
[emailprotected]
.
E-Verify Participation:
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
nLIGHT, Inc.
paid time off, 401(k)
Feb 03, 2026