Mechanical Engineer

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 within the development team to help define user interfaces, overall system layouts, product requirements, and cost objectives.
• Participate in mechanical design efforts in the development of new laser systems and components.
• Conduct thermal and mechanical modeling and conduct benchtop verification testing for water and air-cooled laser assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Apply DFX and other design principles to create manufacturing-friendly, cost-optimized solutions.
• Plan and execute design verification test protocols including environmental and accelerated life testing.
• Oversee and participate in the procurement and assembly of engineering and prototype builds
• Work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to bring systems and components into production.

• Minimum of BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or comparable field of study.
• Proficiency with CAD software and experience creating engineering drawings. GD&T experience preferred.
• Understanding of the principles of heat transfer, thermal modeling, stress/strain behavior, materials selection and standard machining processes.
• Ability to conduct engineering analyses including advanced materials selection, thermal and mechanical modeling, mechanical and /or optical tolerances, assembly and test equipment evaluation.
• Candidate shall be highly organized and detail-oriented with clear and professional written and oral communication skills.
• Candidate shall be self-motivated and able to work with minimal guidance in the areas of defining specifications and requirements, assuring customer needs are addressed, and delivering fully documented solutions.
• Proven record of strong teamwork.

• Experience with fiber or solid-state lasers
• Experience with ANSYS, COMSOL, or other mechanical analysis software
• Proficiency with SolidWorks

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• Right to Work Poster