LabVIEW Developer

nLIGHT•Camas, WA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

nLIGHT is a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). As a LabVIEW developer/CIM Engineer, you will create, enhance, and support LabVIEW applications that control manufacturing and test equipment and capture production data for high-power laser builds. You collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and IT to turn requirements into reliable, well-documented software that follows design standards and change-control processes. You also provide hands-on support for the manufacturing line, including occasional after-hours remote troubleshooting. This role is based primarily in Camas, WA, with occasional work in Vancouver, WA and potential for some remote work, and reports to the IT Software Manager.

Requirements

1+ years of LabVIEW programming experience
Collaborative, team-oriented working style
B.S. in engineering or a related scientific field (or equivalent relevant experience)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems
Track record of driving projects to completion
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment
Must be a US Person (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status)

Nice To Haves

5+ years of LabVIEW programming experience, including LVOOP
1+ years of experience supporting a production line or manufacturing environment
Experience designing and implementing manufacturing and test stations
Experience developing systems involving lasers and electro-optical components
Working knowledge of SQL databases
Proficiency with benchtop test equipment and basic electronics

Responsibilities

Creates and supports LabVIEW applications that interface with and control manufacturing and test equipment used to build high-power lasers
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and deliver projects on schedule
Thoroughly documents software processes and end-user instructions
Follows software design standards including abstraction, object-oriented programming, design patterns, and change control
Supports and improves existing LabVIEW software
Provides hands-on support for nLIGHT’s manufacturing line, including occasional after-hours remote support
Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information and sensitive data in accordance with company policies
Troubleshoots automation issues to root cause and implements corrective actions
Implements monitoring/diagnostics (logging, error handling, alarms) to reduce downtime
Integrates automation with Company databases
Deploys/releases software to production (build packaging, installers, versioning, rollback)
Validates changes before release (test plans, dry runs, basic verification/acceptance with Manufacturing)
Complies with U.S. export control requirements and technology control procedures when handling technical data, software, and test information
Escalates potential compliance issues (e.g., unintended disclosure, improper sharing, or unauthorized access) to the appropriate internal teams in a timely manner
Reports to the IT Software Manager

Benefits

Starting salary level is based on qualifications: CIM Engineer I: $85,000 - $95,000 annually, CIM Engineer II: $90,000 - $115,000 annually, Senior CIM Engineer III: $103,000 - $135,000 annually
Target Cash Bonus of 5% of earned wages, depending on level.
Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
10 paid Holidays
Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Aflac Supplemental Insurance
Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
Tuition Assistance Program
Pet Insurance