Laser Engineer: Design, Test & Automate Manufacturing

Krayden, Inc.; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Krayden, Inc. is seeking a motivated Laser Engineer to join our Manchester, NH team.

You will work across engineering, quality, and customer-facing functions, supporting product development, materials testing, and process improvements in a hands-on environment. Ideal for recent grads or early-career professionals, the role involves programming tasks (G-Code, Python, C++), CAD design, and quality inspections with a focus on ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field is a plus.
• Proficiency with CAD software and design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Basic understanding of CO₂ laser systems and mechanical components.
• Exposure to programming languages such as G-Code, Python, or C++.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality assurance practices.
• Experience or coursework in prototyping, materials testing, or technical inspections.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop customer design specifications to align with functional and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with customers on material selection and provide design consultation for project success.
• Analyze and test materials for application suitability and performance characteristics.
• Operate and troubleshoot CO₂ laser systems; support optimization and maintenance.
• Assist with programming and coding tasks (G-Code, Python, C++) to streamline automation and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate equipment and software performance and recommend enhancements or new technologies.
• Conduct visual and technical quality inspections; support First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Utilize Net-Inspect or similar platforms to manage FAI reports and ensure quality documentation.
• Track and support KPI metrics; assist in audits; maintain ISO 9001 / AS9100 compliance.

Skills

CAD software

G-Code/Python/C++

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering degree (ME/EE/MS) or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Krayden, Inc. is seeking a motivated Laser Engineer to join our Manchester, NH team.

You will work across engineering, quality, and customer-facing functions, supporting product development, materials testing, and process improvements in a hands-on environment. Ideal for recent grads or early-career professionals, the role involves programming tasks (G-Code, Python, C++), CAD design, and quality inspections with a focus on ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.