Laser Applications Engineer

aerotech; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotech in Pittsburgh is seeking a Laser Applications Engineer to work with high technology companies and government laboratories worldwide. This role involves developing and executing complex laser processes, providing insights on customer applications, and technical support for product development.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Physics, along with at least five years of relevant experience. Aerotech offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, simulate, and perform laser processes.
• Guide dialog with customers for process insights.
• Travel to customer locations for application development.

Skills

Laser processing

Motion control

Optics principles

Intermediate programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB)

G-Code and machine tool code understanding

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or Applied Physics

Job description

Looking for meaningful work with a company that makes a difference in global innovation? Engineer a better future with Aerotech, a global leader in precision motion and automation. Our customers create some of the most innovative products on the planet, from life‑saving medical devices to tools for deep space exploration. Our precision motion and automation systems make it all possible.

Build a lasting, satisfying career at Aerotech, where we foster growth, empower employees and promote from within. You’ll find unparalleled opportunities and a company that values your voice. We also provide an extensive total rewards compensation system, including:

• Bonus payments every 6 months
• Rich health plans
• Retirement planning with our 100% company‑paid Employee Stock Ownership Trust

Position Summary

Laser Applications Engineers (LAEs) work with high technology companies, government laboratories, and research institutes around the world to provide analysis and execution of complex laser process applications. They develop, simulate, and perform laser processes for both customer applications and internal product applications. LAE IIs are generally assigned to applications with moderate complexity and will rely on the Applications Laboratory Manager to fulfill some duties.

Essential Functions

• Reviews customer documentation and analyzes customer applications
• Guides dialog with customer to gain insights and understanding on customer’s process and to make determinations on laser process recommendations
• Travel to customer locations to assist in application development or laser system calibration
• Makes laser process or laser scanner technology recommendations
• Observe, document, and explain impact of optical setup on laser process
• Prepares proposals of work and application reports
• Provide estimates and scope of proposed work
• Perform laser system testing and analysis to support Aerotech’s selling process
• Perform fundamental laser processing research to support product development
• Guide other engineers in effective usage of lab systems
• Generate technical content for white papers and application notes
• Read and interpret technical manuscripts and publications

Additional Duties

• Attends trade shows, conferences, and relevant industry workshops
• As assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of laser processing and motion control
  • Ultrafast and nanosecond laser knowledge
  • Flat and Cylindrical processing
  • Understand process of developing laser recipe
  • Knowledge of 2D, 3D, and 5D laser machining processes
• Intermediate knowledge of optics principles and impact on laser process
• Strong sense of urgency, initiative and a drive to get things done correctly
• Ability to work on open‑ended problems that may not have a singular solution
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Knowledgeable in principles of advanced mathematics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
• Proficiency in spreadsheet type math
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering programming languages (e.g. python, matlab)
• Strong understanding of G‑Code and other machine tool code
• Ability to work with equations of motion, fundamental mechanical concepts, and servo control theory
• Interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Skilled at writing customer reports and providing effective review for others
• Effective communication skills; able to effectively present technical information to technical audiences.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally
• Works well in individual and team environments

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in an Engineering or Applied Physics discipline from an accredited college or university required
• At least five years of experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• MUST be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Benefits

Aerotech has been advancing industries with our precision motion technology for more than 50 years. Our employees are our future, and we continue to grow by investing in our employees through continuous paid on‑the‑job training in a clean and climate‑controlled environment, while providing the following exceptional benefits and more!

• Competitive compensation
• Bi‑annual bonus
• Annual raise eligibility
• UPMC Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Trust
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.