Optical Engineer: High‑Power Fiber Laser Systems

nLIGHT; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Target Cash Bonus of 5%

401(k) with company match

4 weeks of Paid Time Off

Health benefits from Day 1

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

nLIGHT in Roswell, GA is seeking a hands-on Optical Engineer to support the design and development of high-power fiber laser systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Optical Engineering with hands-on experience in laser systems and strong theoretical knowledge of optics.

This role involves working within a cross-functional team, applying lab skills and effective communication to achieve project goals. Benefits include a bonus, health insurance, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Experience with development of fiber and/or solid-state lasers.
• Strong analytical skills including data analysis and action planning.
• Theoretical and experimental understanding of lasers.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of fiber laser and component designs.
• Design, develop, and test fiber laser systems.
• Report on design and testing to teams.

Skills

Optical testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Laboratory skills

Education

BS in Optical Engineering, Physics or related field

MS preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Data analysis tools (Excel, SQL)

Job description

nLIGHT in Roswell, GA is seeking a hands-on Optical Engineer to support the design and development of high-power fiber laser systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Optical Engineering with hands-on experience in laser systems and strong theoretical knowledge of optics.

This role involves working within a cross-functional team, applying lab skills and effective communication to achieve project goals. Benefits include a bonus, health insurance, and a retirement plan.