Engineering Technician
Production TechnicianManufacturing & Production
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Associate's degree or higher in lasers, optics, electronics, or another engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in related technologies Experience with high power lasers, optics,
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Production TechnicianManufacturing & Production
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Work closely with a cross-functional engineering team to develop next-generation industrial fiber laser components and systems. The successful candidate will:
- Conduct initial proof-of-concept experiments
- Build and characterize prototypes
- Develop and document processes and tooling
- Assist in transferring products to manufacturing, including training of operators
- Maintain equipment, organize materials and supplies, and ensure safe operation of development labs
- Troubleshoot problems in the development lab and the factory
Desired Qualifications:
- Associate's degree or higher in lasers, optics, electronics, or another engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in related technologies
- Experience with high power lasers, optics, and fibers
- Experience with tools and equipment for fiber processing and inspection
- Experience supporting engineers working with lasers, fiber optics, electro-optic or opto-mechanical devices, or electronics
- Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, self-motivated
- Experience with electronics and test equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power meters, CCD cameras or beam profilers, spectrum analyzers, etc.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with mechanical drawings and basic tooling
- Experience with Excel and data-analysis software
- Training or experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control, and Design of Experiments
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Starting level and pay depends on qualifications:
- Engineering Technician I: $23.41 - $29.30 per hour
- Engineering Technician II: $25.49 - $33.10 per hour
Other Compensation and Benefits
- Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
- 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or HR@nlight.net.
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
For more information, please review the following notices:
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Camas, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $48,693–$60,944 a year
- 15% below the $64,360 median for Production Technician jobs on Jobera (804 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 40 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 29, 2026
- First seen
- October 15, 2026
- Last seen
- November 8, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 23
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 32%
- Scored at
- November 8, 2026
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