Optics Manufacturing Engineer — Build Optical Hardware

Fusion Energy Base; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Equity participation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Xcimer Energy in Denver, CO is seeking an Optical Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production of optical assemblies, vessels, diagnostics, and optics. You will turn engineering designs into hardware, improve existing production lines, and ensure quality and throughput while maintaining rigorous safety and process standards.

You will create work instructions, provide training, and offer hands-on support to production teams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 8+ years of direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience in an R&D environment.
• Develop clear manufacturing work instructions covering fabrication, assembly, testing, and integration processes.
• Strong skills in quality control, build sequence optimization, and schedule adherence.

Responsibilities

• Provide DFM input to product design to simplify processes and tooling.
• Translate intent, drawings, and configurations into hardware ready for test and use.
• Create and modify work instructions and routings for technicians and material planning.
• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequences.
• Provide oversight and hands-on assistance during assembly by interdisciplinary technicians.
• Define and support repair and rework procedures as needed.
• Disposition NCRs where delegated by the Responsible Engineer.
• Handle procurement activities for hardware, tools, and facility equipment.
• Maintain ongoing operation of the equipment and systems.
• Manage hardware configuration and pedigree throughout build and test phases.
• Validate assembly or operations safety procedures with safety personnel.
• Coach and mentor junior manufacturing engineers and technicians.

Skills

DFM/DFX input

GD&T

Root cause analysis

CAD - Siemens NX

Quality control

Manufacturing planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Scheduling software

MS Excel/Office

ERP systems

Job description

Xcimer Energy in Denver, CO is seeking an Optical Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production of optical assemblies, vessels, diagnostics, and optics. You will turn engineering designs into hardware, improve existing production lines, and ensure quality and throughput while maintaining rigorous safety and process standards.

You will create work instructions, provide training, and offer hands-on support to production teams.