Product development engineer Empleos en Gresham or

Description

About nLIGHT 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). The ideal candidate will be involved in all aspects of the product life cycle at nLIGHT including system architecture, performance metrics, costs, schedules, and troubleshooting to enable the realization of next generation directed energy laser products. This challenging position requires a systematic approach to problem-solving, with an understanding of engineering principles and methodologies. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of scientific research and assist in the defense of our nation’s armed forces. The preferred candidate will be highly motivated with an excellent record of performance in a technical field and can bring their passion in developing and producing products to cutting-edge lasers.

Functions

• Conduct system testing to validate product performance and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve questions and issues both in person, and on the manufacturing floor as well as remotely with customers
• Support Sales and Management to understand customer applications, product use, and generate sales collateral (i.e. Interface Control Documents, use instructions)
• Seek improvements in reliability based on failure analysis of external RMAs and internal NCMs by establishing root cause and recommending appropriate corrective and preventative action plans
• Aggregate and review production data (yield to specifications, cycle times, labor hours, BOM costs) to facilitate improvement plans
• Present opportunities to improve product and business efficiency/accuracy/quality with new tools/systems/processes
• Collaborate with development and manufacturing engineering teams to set schedules, create process instruction, and refine BOM accuracy
• Estimate project costs with work breakdowns as well as establish initial product costs through detailed yielded engineering BOMs
• Contribute to nLIGHT’s NPI (New Product Introduction) process for new product releases

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of corporate experience required
• BS Physics, Systems Engineering, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Excellent communication, listening and collaboration skills
• A passion for learning new things with the ability to absorb and assimilate information rapidly
• Attention to detail
• Ability to solve/break down complex problems
• The ability to coordinate across organizational boundaries
• Highly organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Strong Computer Skills required. Useful list includes MS Excel, MS Word, SQL, VB, Python, MS Dynamics D365, PDM, etc.
• Direct optical, laser, mechanical, and/or electrical design experience preferred
• Program/Project Management competency helpful
• Defense experience useful

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary level based on experience, education, and skills:

• Product Engineer I: $89,000 - $100,000 annually
• Product Engineer II: $95,000 - $115,000 annually

Other Compensation and Benefits:

• Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your 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
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance