The position will have a wide range of functions from research and development to product management and release to production, specifically the development of scientific tools. Activities include design documentation, prototype verification and debug, test development, and transfer to manufacturing. It requires troubleshooting complex electronics and photonics systems and being committed to customer satisfaction. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.
Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:
• Designing, building, and testing photonics tools for scientific and industrial applications.
• Designing experiments to qualify proof-of-concept technologies.
• Supporting product development in a system engineering role, coordinating between all engineering disciplines to accomplish product design.
• Manage project timeline and costs
• Specify and perform the testing required to characterize catalog or system products. This includes technical data such as qualification test procedures, acceptance test procedures, report, testing jigs and fixtures, etc.
• Creating specifications for key components and test procedures as part of the development and release to production process.
• Manage collaboration with software group to maximize functionality and technology usage.
• Providing technical support to Manufacturing, Marketing and Service.
• Assist and/or troubleshoot our production team when problems arise.
• Responsible for data entry in the Thorlabs ERP system.
In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:
• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.
The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Requirements
Physical Activities:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.
Qualifications:
• 6+ years' experience in industry or academia designing and building integrated photonic systems such as optical and electronic characterization tools/instruments, or active optical devices.
Education:
• Master of Science or PhD in Physics, Optics/Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or other related engineering disciplines; with at least 2 years of relevant industry or academic experience post-degree.
• Experience can substitute for MS Degree (BS + 8+ Years)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
• Data analysis and control of laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of / experience with Lasers
• Electronics and electronic troubleshooting (analog and digital)
• Materials properties, especially optical
• Applications that use lasers and optics
• Scientific, photonic, and engineering software expertise is a plus (i.e. MATLAB, LabView, ZEMAX, SolidWorks, Python, etc.).
The salary range for this position is $84,000 - $111,000 D.O.E.
Benefits
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
