Lead Laser Component Reliability Engineer

IPG Photonics; Webster (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with Company matching

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

IPG Photonics is seeking a highly skilled Laser Component Reliability Engineer in Webster, MA. This role focuses on reliability analysis and qualification of fiber‑coupled multi‑emitter pump modules and semiconductor laser diodes, requiring a strong statistical background and understanding of failure mechanisms.

As part of a vibrant team, you will conduct various reliability tests, prepare technical reports, and drive initiatives that ensure product quality and reliability. IPG offers a motivating environment along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3‑6+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 3+ years of industrial experience.
• Strong background in reliability engineering for optoelectronic devices or laser diodes.
• Deep understanding of statistics and lifetime data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and execute reliability test plans for fiber‑coupled multi‑emitter pump modules.
• Conduct and analyze accelerated lifetime, burn‑in, and qualification testing.
• Investigate failure mechanisms and perform root‑cause analysis.

Skills

Reliability analysis

Failure mechanisms understanding

Statistical analysis

Design of experiments

Degradation modeling

Education

Master’s degree in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science

Tools

Python

R

Job description

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

We are seeking a highly skilled Laser Component Reliability Engineer to drive reliability analysis and qualification of fiber‑coupled multi‑emitter pump modules and semiconductor laser diodes. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of failure mechanisms in fiber‑coupled multi‑emitter pump modules and their critical components and interfaces, combined with strong expertise in reliability engineering, advanced statistics, and design of experiments. The role will focus on accelerated life testing, degradation analysis, statistical lifetime modeling, and reliability risk assessment to support product qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and execute reliability test plans for fiber‑coupled multi‑emitter pump modules and semiconductor laser diodes.
• Conduct and analyze accelerated lifetime, burn‑in, stress, and qualification testing.
• Apply statistical methods to evaluate lifetime, degradation, failure rates, and confidence intervals.
• Identify key reliability drivers and sensitivities in design and processes.
• Investigate failure mechanisms and perform root‑cause analysis of device degradation.
• Prepare clear reliability reports and data‑driven technical recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3‑6+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 3+ years of industrial experience, in one of the following fields (Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science).
• Strong background in reliability engineering for optoelectronic devices, semiconductor devices, photonic components, or laser diodes.
• Deep understanding of statistics and lifetime data analysis, including Weibull modeling, Kaplan–Meier methods, log‑normal modeling, probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and uncertainty analysis, etc.
• Strong experience with design of experiments and statistical test planning.
• Experience with accelerated life testing and degradation modeling.
• Ability to analyze reliability data using tools such as Python, R, or equivalent statistical software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of optoelectronic packaging and material/interface reliability.
• Experience with failure analysis techniques (SEM, FIB, EDX, microscopy).
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate complex technical results.

US Benefits Information

Pay Range

The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Other Compensation

• Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable

Benefits Provided

• Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
• Paid sick time
• 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year

*Prorated for reduced hour schedules

Additional Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA.
• Dependent Care FSA.
• Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Adoption Assistance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Parental Bonding Leave.
• Bright Horizons Backup Care.
• Bright Horizons College Coach.

*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules.