Electrical Engineering Technician

nLIGHT; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Health benefits start on first day

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Pet insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. in Camas, WA is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to support state-of-the-art fiber-laser power electronics development.

You will maintain the lab, procure parts, build prototypes, test electronics, and document procedures while learning new technical skills. Ideal candidates have an associate degree and 3+ years building physical goods, with soldering and cabling experience, and the ability to read drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physics, software, electronics or related experience.
• 3+ years building physical goods.
• Read drawings and engineering instructions.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection on prototypes and organize components.
• Procure parts and support builds, including prototypes.
• Assist with PCBA failure analysis, testing and rework.
• Create build/test instructions and document results.
• Build cables to drawings and use ERP systems to track status.

Skills

Soldering

Cable assembly

Reading drawings

Organized

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in physics or electronics

Tools

MCAD software

3D printing

Oscilloscope

Job 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).

Your Challenge:

nLIGHT's Directed Energy team is seeking a highly motivated and organized Electrical Engineering Technician to support development of state-of-the‑art fiber‑laser power electronics. This individual will also support engineering development by maintaining the lab, procuring parts, building prototypes, testing electronics, and documenting procedures.

Your role:

• Support data collection on initial prototypes
• Organize components, parts, tools and equipment.
• Procure parts and support engineering builds, including prototype and alpha units.
• Assist with PCBA failure analysis, testing, modifications, and rework as directed.
• Create build and test instructions; document test results.
• Build cables to engineer drawings.
• Use nLIGHT MRP/ERP systems to manage parts, track status and control configuration.
• Learn new technical skills as needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate degree in physics, software, electronics or related industrial experience.
• 3+ years of experience building physical goods.
• Ability to solder and assemble electronics and cable assemblies.
• Ability to read drawings and engineering instructions.
• Strong organization, meticulous attention to detail, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Outstanding candidates will have

• Experience with MCAD software, 3D printing, electronics troubleshooting and failure analysis, or test instruments such as oscilloscopes is a plus.
• Experience with automotive / aerospace electronics
• Experience working with early‑stage power electronics systems and hazardous voltage
• Experience installing scientific / industrial plumbing.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensiveCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting level and pay depends on qualifications:

• Engineering Technician II: $26.00-$34.00
• Sr Engineering Technician III: $28.50-$38.50

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 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
• Company paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• 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 [phone] or [e-mail].

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
• Right to Work Poster