Senior Mechanical Engineer

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).

Position Summary
nLIGHT is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to own hardware design and development efforts of high-power laser diode modules from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities
Contribute to and lead mechanical design efforts for the development of new laser diode products and tooling to support manufacturing and testing
Generate innovative hardware architectures to meet performance, environmental, reliability and cost requirements
Apply DFSS principals throughout development process to create manufacturable, cost-optimized solutions that meet design goals
Perform engineering analysis including thermal, fluid and mechanical stress modeling to guide designs of high precision opto-mechanical assemblies
Validate manufacturability of new designs by identifying critical manufacturing tolerances and viable process plans
Participate in the procurement process and collaborate with suppliers to ensure optimal manufacturability and cost
Thoroughly document development efforts and present concise reporting of progress and outcomes to all levels within nLIGHT

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
Minimum of 7+ years of relevant industry experience
Successful track record of high-precision product and tooling development
Hands-on experience measuring, assembling and inspecting prototype products and tooling to validate designs
Familiarity with manufacturing methods for low to high volume applications
Proficiency in SolidWorks and engineering drawing practices, including tolerance analysis and GD&
T per ANSI Y14.5
Experience performing engineering analysis to guide design decisions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented

Preferred Experience
Background in designing high heat load, precision opto-mechanical assemblies
Experienced with New Product Introduction (NPI) and product qualification practices
Environmental and mechanical qualification testing for military or aerospace applications
Proficiency with Ansys or COMSOL analysis tools

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Starting pay depends on qualifications:
Senior Mechanical Engineer: $103,000 - $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 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

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).

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 [[email protected]](mailto:).

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.