IPG Photonics

Laser Scientist

IPG Photonics • $120K — $145K *
Marlborough, MA 01752In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • PhD in Science or Engineering, preferably with a Major in Physics
  • 10+ years of experience with lasers, optics, imaging systems
  • Familiarity with laser physics, condensed matter physics, and optical spectroscopy
  • Expertise in nonlinear optics and frequency conversion in DUV/VUV regimes
  • Experience with vacuum systems and contamination control
  • Proficiency in numerical modeling of lasers and optical systems
  • Skilled in simulation tools, like MATLAB or Python
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Act as the subject-matter expert in laser development projects
  • Design, develop, and characterize laser prototypes
  • Develop laser test methodologies and automation
  • Lead optical design of laser subsystems
  • Model complex systems involving gain, thermal lensing, and noise
  • Advance materials and component characterization
  • Generate intellectual property and technical communications

Benefits

  • Full support for professional development and continuing education
  • Opportunities for collaboration with leading researchers in the field
  • Flexible work conditions and a creative work environment
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment
  • Involvement in cutting-edge projects that push technology boundaries
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Laser scientist leads end-to-end R&D of advanced laser prototypes, from first principles and modeling through breadboard builds, characterization, iteration, and transfer to product. This role will be advancing state-of-the-art laser technology and real-world applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Act as the subject-matter expert in laser development projects
  • Design, development and characterization of laser prototypes
  • Develop laser test methodologies and automation
  • Lead optical design of laser sub-systems
  • Model complex systems including gain, nonlinear efficiency, thermal lensing, pointing and noise
  • Advance materials and component characterization
  • Generate IP and technical communication


  • PhD in Science or Engineering, preferably with Major in Physics
  • 10+ years' experience with lasers, optics, imaging systems
  • Working knowledge of laser physics, condensed matter physics and optical spectroscopy
  • Deep expertise in nonlinear optics, frequency conversion, including operation in DUV/VUV regimes
  • Experience with vacuum systems, contamination control, and UV-grade materials
  • Experience in numerical modeling of lasers and optical systems
  • Proficiency with simulation tools, such as MATLAB or Python
  • Strong interpersonal and multi-tasking skills, comfortable presenting and communicating at multiple corporate levels

About IPG Photonics

IPG Photonics is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance fiber lasers and amplifiers for diverse applications in numerous markets. IPG Photonics' diverse lines of low, medium and high-power lasers and amplifiers are used in materials processing, communications, entertainment, medical, biotechnology, scientific and advanced applications.
Learn more about IPG Photonics
Size
6,580 employees
Market Cap
$4.4 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$159.5 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+7.7%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
IPGP
* Ladders Estimates

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