Applications (Laser) Engineer II

Barry-Wehmiller • Eden Prairie, MN

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About The Position

Alpine Laser, a division of Machine Solutions, specializes in precision laser processing workstations (such as the Medicut PRO Series) for medical device manufacturing. This includes laser tube cutting, micromachining, ablation, drilling, welding, and related processes for components like stents, hypotubes, catheters, and other interventional devices. We offer an excellent opportunity for highly motivated individuals in a fast-paced, innovative medical technology organization.

Develops, demonstrates, and optimizes laser processing applications for customer parts using Alpine Laser's precision multi-axis laser workstations. In this role, you will have a broad scope of responsibility encompassing pre-sales application development - from interpreting customer PDF/DXF/3D files to generating CNC motion programs, manufacturing sample parts, inspecting/measuring results, writing application summary reports, and providing recommendations on tooling, workstation configuration, and process parameters. In addition, the ideal candidate would provide post-sales support, including on-site machine installations, customer training, and ongoing technical troubleshooting. You will manage and operate equipment in the Laser Applications Lab to support new product development, process validation, and customer demonstrations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience programming and operating multi-axis CNC machines; experience with laser processing (cutting, welding, ablation, marking) is desired.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5+ years of relevant hands-on experience programming and operating multi-axis CNC machines in a manufacturing or applications environment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings, customer specifications, professional journals, application reports, or governmental regulations (e.g., FDA/ISO standards).
• Ability to write clear technical reports, application summaries, business correspondence, and procedure documentation.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, sales teams, and customers.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as geometry, trigonometry, tolerances, and statistical analysis for process validation.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations (e.g., part measurements, process parameter optimization).
• With or without reasonable accommodation, the role requires frequent standing, sitting, talking, hearing, using hands to handle/feel/reach, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and occasional stooping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and identify/distinguish colors (critical for part inspection and laser alignment/safety).
• Valid US Passport and willingness/desire to travel domestically and internationally.
• General understanding of electrical control systems, AC/DC power, and basic machine safety.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools (CAGILA experience preferred; others like SolidWorks or similar acceptable).
• Strong problem-solving skills and customer-service orientation in a regulated medtech environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical component/device manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Prior exposure to laser processing technologies (cutting, welding, ablation, marking) is desired.
• CAGILA experience preferred; others like SolidWorks or similar acceptable

Responsibilities

• Manages and operates equipment in the Laser Applications Lab, including ultrafast and fiber laser cutting systems, laser welding workstations, automated Keyence digital microscopes with 3D measurement software, post-processing equipment, and ultrasonic cleaning systems; supports new product development and process optimization.
• Uses customer PDF/DXF/3D files to generate optimized G-code-based motion programs using CAGILA CAM software for laser processing on multi-axis workstations.
• May design, fabricate, and test custom tooling and fixturing as needed to support customer applications.
• Generates comprehensive applications reports. Documents process parameters, inspects and measures processed parts (using microscopes and metrology tools), and makes recommendations for tooling, machine configuration, and process improvements.
• Carries out machine installations and on-site customer training throughout the US (primarily), Costa Rica, and Europe; serves as the primary point of contact for post-installation questions, operation guidance, and troubleshooting.
• Provides technical customer support via phone, email, and on-site visits as needed to resolve equipment or process issues.
• Evaluates and implements improvements to laser processing methods, motion programming, and application workflows.
• Investigates customer application challenges or complaints related to laser system performance and executes resolutions.
• Ad-hoc projects as needed, including supporting sales demos and internal R&D.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level