Process Engineer

IPG Photonics; West Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics, based in Marlborough, MA, seeks a Process Development Engineer to advance manufacturing, optimization, and qualification of high-power optoelectronic components. You will partner with design and materials teams to ensure process compatibility with product requirements and drive improvements.

The role emphasizes data-driven optimization using DOE/ SPC, troubleshooting production equipment, and supporting transition to volume production with robust documentation and training.

Qualifications

• Experience in optoelectronics and/or semiconductor packaging.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor laser physics.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing stations and production equipment.
• Participate in design and implementation of improved processes for high-power optoelectronic components.
• Analyze failure modes and drive corrective actions to improve process robustness and yield.
• Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing teams to ensure process compatibility with product requirements.
• Use DOE and SPC to analyze process data and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Optoelectronics experience

Semiconductor packaging

Semiconductor laser physics

Analytical problem-solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science

Job description

Thank you for your interest in positions at IPG Photonics.

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 motivated Process Development Engineer to participate in the development, optimization, and qualification of advanced optoelectronic components.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing & Quality control:
  • Assist technical personnel with troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing stations and production equipment.
  • Maintain control charts, calibration procedures and SOPs to support production flow.
• Process Development & Optimization:
  • Participate in design and implementation of improved processes tailored for high-power optoelectronic components.
  • Evaluate and suggest equipment, materials, techniques to meet thermal, optical, electrical, and mechanical requirements for process under development.
• Qualification & Reliability Testing:
  • Analyze failure modes and drive corrective actions to improve process robustness and yield.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with design, materials, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure process compatibility with product requirements.
  • Support transition of developed processes to volume production, including documentation, training, and troubleshooting.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  • Use statistical tools (e.g., DOE, SPC) to analyze process data and drive continuous improvement.
  • Prepare technical reports and present findings to the engineering team and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or related field.
• Experience in optoelectronics and/or semiconductor packaging.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor laser physics.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with failure analysis methods of light emitting devices.
• Experience with high-power semiconductor laser manufacturing and/or testing.
• Experience with optical components for light guidance and light collimation.