Service and Applications Engineer, Laser Radar

Nikon Metrology, Inc. • Brighton, MI

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About The Position

Nikon Metrology is seeking a driven Service/Applications Engineer to provide expert support for Laser Radar Systems, including lab and field service, installation, and repair. This role also supports contract service opportunities by assessing customer requirements, programming parts, and conducting inspections. The ideal candidate will lead customer programming development, implementation, and training.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of experience in field service, applications engineering, or metrology—preferably with high-precision or laser-based systems.
• Hands-on metrology experience.
• Proficiency with metrology software such as PolyWorks, SpatialAnalyzer, or similar.
• Direct experience with InnovMetric PolyWorks software.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic to advanced electrical skills, including soldering.
• Proficiency with general office and computer software.
• Excellent customer communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience or working knowledge of metrology equipment.
• Experience with 3D metrology systems, laser radar, or coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Basic programming or scripting skills (Python, VBA, or macros).
• Experience performing contract inspection services.
• Customer-facing experience in sales support or technical service.

Responsibilities

• Electrical and mechanical Laser Radar service and preventative maintenance at factory or in the field at customer sites.
• Perform new system installations including calibration.
• Perform Laser Radar field upgrades.
• Detailed and timely completion of weekly paperwork including time sheets, service reports, expense reports, calibration reports.
• Perform on-site customer maintenance training and support.
• Pre-Sales Hardware/software demonstrations and support.
• Act as point of contact for dealer support and training.
• Trade show support; set up/ tear down equipment.
• All other duties, as needed or required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Training/advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Industry leading medical, dental, vision plans.
• In office and hybrid working dynamics.
• Refresh days.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree