Senior Laser Engineer

Metrohm, founded in 1943 in Herisau, Switzerland, has established itself as one of the most reputable manufacturers of high-precision instruments for chemical analysis. The company is renowned for the accuracy and precision of its analytical instruments, which are pivotal for reliable analysis results. Metrohm emphasizes robustness and Swiss-made quality across its product range, manufacturing as much hardware and software in-house as possible, including sensors, separation columns, and accessories. Metrohm's product offerings cater to a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, chemicals, and defense, among others.

Metrohm Spectro, an instrument manufacture under the B&W Tek, Innovative Photonic Solutions, and Metrohm Raman brand, is at the forefront of innovation in spectroscopy instrument technology, dedicated to developing sophisticated solutions that enhance scientific research and industrial applications. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to exceed the boundaries of traditional spectroscopy analysis.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Laser Engineer to join our R&D and production team in developing next-generation lasers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laser diode systems, optical alignment, and fiber coupling, with the ability to translate concepts into robust manufacturable designs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Senior Laser Engineer designs, assemble, and test semiconductor lasers (400 nm – 2000 nm and diode pumped solid state laser
• Expertise in designing, prototyping, aligning, integrating testing and evaluating micro electro-optical products with specific emphasis on lasers.
• Senior Laser Engineer must have experience in the engineering design and development of new and existing semiconductor laser devices and complex packaging solutions.
• Expertise in the design and packaging of wavelength stabilized lasers and frequency doubling techniques is preferred.
• Senior Laser Engineer must have expertise with the fabrication and assembly methods needed to optimize engineering designs for high reliability manufacturing.
• Experience aligning optical systems and testing laser & optical products
• Senior Laser Engineer must have firm understanding of Design of Experiments methodology and scientific methods needed to validate experimental results.
• Software programming skills in Zemax
• Work cross-functionally with production, quality, and applications teams to bring new designs into production.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Senior Laser Engineer must be self-motivated, hands-on driven and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-passion for innovation and continuous improvement
• Focus on quality and continuous improvements.

Education:

• Senior Laser Engineer must have Master of Science or PhD in Physics, Optics or other related engineering disciplines.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience (including graduate work) in the design, development of laser diode, optical, and fiber optic products.

Job Type:

Full time, 5 days on site

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?
• Are you authorized to work in the US, as we do not sponsor employment Visa such as H1B or TN-1.

Ability to Commute:

• Plainsboro, NJ 08536 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Plainsboro, NJ 08536: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person