nLIGHT Corp

Sr. Electrical Engineer

nLIGHT Corp • $140K — $180K *
Longmont, CO 80504In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Expertise in electrical system architecture and cable harness design.
  • Familiarity with aerospace/military connectors and IPC/MIL-STD standards.
  • Proficient in EMI mitigation principles and grounding/bonding design.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing requirements.
  • Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, C#, and Python.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop MIL-STD power and data cabling solutions with COTS and custom components.
  • Lead integration of electrical systems focusing on power budgets and EMI/EMC strategies.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and electro-optical teams to integrate thermal solutions into designs.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues effectively and safely.
  • Mentor junior engineers to promote professional growth within the team.
  • Ensure timely delivery of designs according to program schedules and requirements.
  • Prepare comprehensive design reports and quality assessments for cables and devices.

Benefits

  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year.
  • 11 paid Holidays.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Tuition Assistance Program.
  • 100% employer-paid Health, Vision, and Dental Care for Employee; 75% for dependents.
  • 100% employer-paid Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability.
  • Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting.
Full Job Description
Description

Location: Longmont, CO (onsite)

Experience: 10+ years of experience.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.

Compensation: $140,000-$180,000 depending on experience.

Summary:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll lead the design and integration of rugged electrical solutions for advanced laser and electro-optical systems. Your work will span architecture design, power distribution, EMI/EMC mitigation, grounding/bonding, and troubleshooting, all while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver tightly packaged, high-performance systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop MIL-STD power and data cabling solutions using COTS and custom components
  • Architect and lead integration of electrical systems, power budgets, grounding, and EMI/EMC mitigation strategies
  • Collaborate closely with mechanical and electro-optical engineers to integrate power and thermal mitigation solutions into compact designs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and system-level issues safely and effectively.
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster team growth
  • Deliver designs within program schedules and requirements, ensuring quality and compliance
  • Prepare design reports, test results, and quality assessments for cables and devices.

Required Experience / Capability:
  • Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
  • Proven ability to solve complex problems and adapt to evolving requirements
  • Expertise in:
    • Electrical system architecture
    • Cable harness design for sensors, power and data
    • Hardware troubleshooting at component and system levels
  • Familiarity with aerospace/military connectors (MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015) and IPC/MIL-STD cable design/build practices
  • Working knowledge of EMI mitigation principles (MIL-STD-461) and grounding/bonding/shielding design (MIL-HDBK-1857)
  • Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exposure to PCB design and testing
  • Altium Designer Harness Designer
  • NFPA 70 electrical standards
  • Familiarity with programming languages (C, C++, C#, Python)
  • Understanding of compliance testing for safety, EMC, and environmental standards (UL, CE, IEC, RoHS)
  • Experience with fiber optic cable design for data transmission (e.g., MTP connectors, OM3/OM4 fiber).

Benefits Summary:
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
  • 11 paid Holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
  • Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
  • Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting


About nLIGHT Corp

nLight is an American laser company founded in 2000 by Scott Keeney. The company is privately held and funded by venture capital firms. It has headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, and operations in Shanghai, Hillsboro, Oregon, and Lohja, Finland. nLight specializes in diode laser components and systems, fiber laser components and systems, and optical fibers. Their key markets include materials processing, consumer electronics, and medical and military applications. nLight was founded in 2000 during the telecom boom. Since its inception, nLight has grown to more than four hundred employees worldwide and has won numerous awards.[citation needed] In 2005, nLight created nConnect, an independent 501(c)(3) entity with a mission to increase student interest and achievement in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) by connecting schools to business.
Learn more about nLIGHT Corp
Size
1,300 employees
Market Cap
$440.5 million
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$20.9 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+21.7%
Revenue
$222.7 million
NASDAQ
LASR
* Ladders Estimates

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