Thorlabs

photonics

SystemsEngineerII

$99–120k Sterling, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Systems Engineer II at Thorlabs. Skills: optical system integration, optical system development, microscopy systems, imaging systems, optical alignment. evaluating different imaging modalities. designing systems to implement those techniques”

Industry & Context.

photonics
Problems you'll solve

solve manufacturing/design issues; provide analysis feedback and suggested improvements

Eligibility Requirements

occasional travel, Potential ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to customer sites

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5-9 years of optical system integration and development, Experience building, aligning, and servicing microscopy systems, BS, MS or PHD in Systems Engineering, Optical Engineering, or equivalent, optics Knowledge on the theory and design of imaging systems, Solid fundamental knowledge of inverted and upright microscopes and associated techniques in both wide-field and Fluorescence microscopy, Hands-on experience with assembly and troubleshooting of optical systems, Experience working in a fast-paced production environment, Experience with process improvement and new process implementation, ability to work well in a group atmosphere and comply with high quality standards, High level of safety consciousness and situational awareness, Experience using standard measurement equipment, Self-starting individual with a attention to detail, Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment

Nice to Have

Experience with laser scanning microscopes (Confocal, multiphoton), Experience in field service or application support, preferable experience working with high power lasers

What You'll Do.

evaluating different imaging modalities

designing systems to implement those techniques

designing optical systems

bringing new products from prototype to production

Work independently and collaboratively with other engineers to develop systems

and tests Life Science Imaging Systems

Follow prototype designs from conception through manufacture

Stay abreast of current industry trends and techniques relating to optical design

and precision laser alignment

Responsible for all related production documentation

Interact with production personnel to define and solve manufacturing/design issues and implement cost reduction ideas

Prepare technical data such as qualification test procedures

acceptance test procedures

component maintenance manuals

Interact with vendors and purchasers concerning supplied and proposed components

Acts as the technical expert for the company for both internal and external customers

install systems at customer locations

provide product training

collecting data on system failures and provide analysis feedback and suggested improvements

Maintain a safe and clean working environment

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaboratively with other engineers; Interact with production personnel; Interact with vendors and purchasers; Acts as the technical expert for the company for both internal and external customers; detailed technical discussions with customers, sales, and field service members

Communication Scope

detailed technical discussions with customers, sales, and field service members

Process & Methodology

bringing new products from prototype to production

Full Job Description

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture. The position is responsible for evaluating different imaging modalities, and their suitability to Thorlabs customers, as well as designing systems to implement those techniques. The position will have experience designing optical systems and have a good understanding of optical alignment, and how they affect image quality. Must assist in bringing new products from prototype to production, with an emphasis on robust manufacture-able designs. The job includes occasional participation in detailed technical discussions with customers, sales, and field service members and may require some travel. • Work independently and collaboratively with other engineers to develop systems, prototypes, and tests Life Science Imaging Systems. • Follow prototype designs from conception through manufacture. • Stay abreast of current industry trends and techniques relating to optical design, imaging, microscopy, and precision laser alignment. • Responsible for all related production documentation, which includes, bills of material, engineering drawings, testing requirements, tooling, and specification of imaging systems. • Interact with production personnel to define and solve manufacturing/design issues and implement cost reduction ideas regarding new and current company products. • Prepare technical data such as qualification test procedu

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