Laser Applications Engineer

Aerotech, Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Laser Applications Engineers (LAEs) work with high technology companies, government laboratories, and research institutes around the world to provide analysis and execution of complex laser process applications. They develop, simulate, and perform laser processes for both customer applications and internal product applications. LAE IIs are generally assigned to applications with moderate complexity and will rely on the Applications Laboratory Manager to fulfill some duties.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in an Engineering or Applied Physics discipline from an accredited college or university required
At least five years of experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.
Strong knowledge of laser processing and motion control
Ultrafast and nanosecond laser knowledge
Flat and Cylindrical processing
Understand process of developing laser recipe
Knowledge of 2D, 3D, and 5D laser machining processes
Intermediate knowledge of optics principles and impact on laser process
Strong sense of urgency, initiative and a drive to get things done correctly
Ability to work open ended problems that may not have a singular solution
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Knowledgeable in principles of advanced mathematics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
Proficiency in spreadsheet type math
Intermediate knowledge of engineering programming languages (e.g. python, matlab)
Strong understanding of G-Code and other machine tool code
Ability to work with equations of motion, fundamental mechanical concepts, and servo control theory
Interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
Skilled at writing customer reports and providing effective review for others
Effective communication skills; able to effectively present technical information to technical audiences.
Able to travel domestically and internationally
Works well in individual and team environments

Responsibilities

Reviews customer documentation and analyzes customer applications
Guides dialog with customer to gain insights and understanding on customer’s process and to make determinations on laser process recommendations
Travel to customer locations to assist in application development or laser system calibration
Makes laser process or laser scanner technology recommendations
Observe, document, and explain impact of optical setup on laser process
Prepares proposals of work and application reports
Provide estimates and scope of proposed work
Perform laser system testing and analysis to support Aerotech’s selling process
Perform fundamental laser processing research to support product development
Guide other engineers in effective usage of lab systems
Generate technical content for white papers and application notes
Read and interpret technical manuscripts and publications
Attends trade shows, conferences, and relevant industry workshops
As assigned

Benefits

Bonus payments every 6 months
Rich health plans
Retirement planning with our 100% company-paid Employee Stock Ownership Trust
Competitive compensation
Bi-annual bonus
Annual raise eligibility
UPMC Health Insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Trust
401k
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
continuous paid on-the-job training in a clean and climate-controlled environment