Laser Engineer

Advanced Metal Research; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Metal Research in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Laser Engineer to design, develop, and optimize laser systems for automated welding and metal processing. You will perform optical and laser design calculations, select and integrate components, and run experiments to validate performance.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, document results, and contribute to continuous improvement of laser-based welding processes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in laser design and physics.
• Experience in optical beam delivery and optics integration.
• R&D skills for experimental design and prototyping.
• Physics knowledge for laser-matter interactions.
• Degree in related field.
• Hands-on experience with industrial lasers and safety.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with automated welding or robotics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize laser systems for automated welding.
• Perform optical and laser design calculations.
• Select and integrate laser components.
• Run experiments to validate performance.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Document test results and contribute to reports.
• Support continuous improvement of laser welding processes.

Skills

Laser design

Optical engineering

R&D

Physics

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Optical Eng or Physics or EE

Job description

Company Description

Advanced Metal Research specializes in solving complex, hard-to-automate welding challenges by developing robotic systems that can perform these tasks reliably and efficiently. The company focuses on cutting-edge engineering solutions that integrate advanced robotics with precision welding technologies. Team members work in a high-impact environment where their contributions directly improve manufacturing processes and automation capabilities. Applicants can expect to collaborate with experts in robotics, materials, and laser technologies to deliver innovative solutions for industrial clients.

Role Description

The Laser Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Hawthorne, CA. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing laser systems used in automated welding and related metal processing applications. Day-to-day tasks include performing optical and laser design calculations, selecting and integrating laser components, and running experiments to validate system performance. The Laser Engineer will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to integrate laser solutions into robotic platforms, troubleshoot issues, and refine system reliability. The role also involves documenting test results, contributing to technical reports, and supporting continuous improvement of laser-based welding processes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Laser and Laser Physics for design, characterization, and optimization of laser systems.
• Experience in Optical Engineering for beam delivery, focusing optics, and system integration.
• Research and Development (R&D) skills for experimental design, prototyping, and iterative improvement of laser applications.
• Solid foundation in Physics to model laser-matter interactions and support data-driven engineering decisions.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with industrial or research-grade laser equipment and safety practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Experience with automated welding, robotics, or materials processing is highly beneficial.