Photonics Engineer II: High-Performance Optics & Cavities

Thorlabs; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorlabs in Lafayette, CO is seeking a Photonics Engineer II to drive innovation in applications and systems development for photonics products, focusing on high‑performance optical cavities and locking technologies. You will develop new products, build internal optical metrology capabilities, and collaborate with customers to ensure successful outcomes.

The role requires 6+ years of relevant experience with BS or 4–8 years post‑graduate with an advanced degree, and strong skills in Python,

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years relevant industry experience with BS.
• 4–8 years post‑graduate experience with an advanced degree.
• Experience with optical assemblies and advanced scientific instruments is desired.

Responsibilities

• Drive product development from concept through production and customer release.
• Develop internal optical metrology capabilities and standardized test documentation.
• Create technical materials for customer publications and provide technical support.
• Coordinate design, assembly, verification, and documentation of optical cavities and systems.

Skills

Python

C++

C

MATLAB

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Optical metrology

PID/PLL knowledge

Education

BS in optics or physics

MS or PhD in optics or physics (preferred)

Tools

Python

C

C++

MATLAB

Job description

Thorlabs in Lafayette, CO is seeking a Photonics Engineer II to drive innovation in applications and systems development for photonics products, focusing on high‑performance optical cavities and locking technologies. You will develop new products, build internal optical metrology capabilities, and collaborate with customers to ensure successful outcomes.

The role requires 6+ years of relevant experience with BS or 4–8 years post‑graduate with an advanced degree, and strong skills in Python,