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Laser Design Engineer
North America or San Francisco or Austin or Boston
HybridFull Time
Volantis Semiconductor
Volantis Semiconductor: Private semiconductor startup building photonically integrated computers and photonic interconnects for AI inference and data-center systems.
Requires deep understanding of laser design, manufacturing, validation, and qualification, plus hands-on experience owning process work and contributing to industry-first laser designs; VCSEL experience is preferred.
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Laser Tech lead Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$150k-$230k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lyte AI
Lyte AI: Robotics perception serving autonomous-machine builders with integrated 4D sensing, custom silicon, and AI.
3+ YOEMaster's or Ph.D. in EE/Applied Physics, 3-5 years III-V laser development, experience with silicon photonics, lab equipment, device characterization, and software development in Python/C/C++/MATLAB.
Simulink, Python, C, C++, MATLAB
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Senior Laser Process Engineer
California, United States
$130k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Diamond Foundry
Diamond Foundry: Private U.S. manufacturer of lab-grown diamonds and single-crystal diamond wafers for jewelry and semiconductor applications.
3+ YOEAdvanced degree in materials science, applied physics, or engineering,3+ years relevant experience, expertise in laser materials processing and optics, experience with mass production environments, data analysis, and motion scripting.
Zemax, ACS, Aerotech
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Principal Laser Engineer
Milpitas, California, United States
$139k-$231k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Spectra-Physics
Spectra-PhysicsNASDAQ: MKSI: Laser brand within MKS producing lasers for precision industrial and scientific research customers.
2+ YOEMS in engineering/physics/material science/chemistry (or PhD) with industry experience (MS+5y or PhD+2y). Hands-on fiber and free-space optics, alignment, optical measurement instruments, and strong communication skills; US work eligibility required.
SNLO, MATLAB, Python, ZEMAX, FRED
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Senior Laser & SOA Characterization Engineer
Boston or Mountain View
$210k-$267k/yr HybridFull Time
Lightmatter
Lightmatter: Private silicon-photonics building photonic interconnects and lasers for AI data centers and high-performance computing.
5+ YOEPhD or Master's in EE/Physics/Photonics, 5+ years hands-on semiconductor laser/SOA characterization, strong lab instrumentation and Python automation skills, experience with laser physics and device analysis, strong communication.
Python, PyVISA, LabVIEW, MATLAB
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Plasma and Laser Physics Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$118k-$177k/yr OnsiteFull Time
ASML
ASMLEuronext Amsterdam / NASDAQ: ASML: Multinational developer and manufacturer of advanced semiconductor lithography systems.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in plasma, engineering, or applied physics; 5 years of related experience; expertise in optics, lasers, plasma, experiments, system integration, and data analysis.
MATLAB, Python
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Staff High-Power Laser Assembly Development Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$169k-$229k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Infinera
InfineraNasdaq Helsinki / NYSE: NOKIA / NOK: Creating technology that helps the world act together.
10+ YOEAdvanced engineering, materials, physics, or photonics degree preferred; 10+ years in semiconductor laser packaging or assembly; expertise in InP/GaAs lasers, tooling, automation, simulations, reliability, and manufacturing scale-up.
InP, GaAs
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Laser Sensing Systems Principal Engineer (739)
Camarillo, California, United States
$180k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Attollo Engineering
Attollo Engineering: American optoelectronic manufacturer of infrared camera cores and laser-sensing systems for defense, aerospace, industrial, and commercial customers.
10+ YOE10+ years experience developing and integrating laser sensing and electro‑optical systems; hands‑on hardware, system integration, EMV troubleshooting, customer engagement, and mentorship skills required.
SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, CameraLink, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, FPGA
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Manufacturing Engineer - Laser Systems
Milpitas, California, United States
$107k-$181k/yr OnsiteFull Time
KLA Corporation
KLA CorporationNASDAQ: KLAC: Global leader in process control and yield management solutions.
3+ YOEAdvanced STEM education preferred; 3–5+ years engineering experience with laser/optical systems, laser alignment, root-cause investigations, structured problem-solving, cleanroom experience, and ability to travel up to 25%.
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Senior Laser Designer
Santa Clara, California, United States
$164k-$312k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Intel
IntelNASDAQ: INTC: Design and manufacture of semiconductors and computing technology.
6+ YOEMaster's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or Ph.D. with 4+ years; DFB laser and InP epi design experience; high-volume manufacturing and product qualification experience.
JMP, MATLAB, Python, Cadence, KLayout
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Senior Manager, Laser Development
Fremont, California, United States
$128k-$224k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Coherent Corp.
Coherent Corp.NYSE: COHR: Developer and manufacturer of lasers, engineered materials, and networking components.
15+ YOE5+ MgmtM.S. or Ph.D. in EE/Physics/Materials; 15+ years semiconductor laser development experience; 5+ years technical leadership; expertise in laser physics, device design, and product development from concept to production.
Ansys, Crosslight, FIMMWAVE, Lumerical
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Laser System Operator
Livermore, California, United States
$44-$53/hr OnsiteFull Time
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Federally funded research and development center for national security.
Associate degree or equivalent experience in electronics, laser/photonics, or a related discipline; electronic troubleshooting experience; electro-mechanical and controls knowledge; U.S. citizenship and eligibility for DOE Q clearance.
SolidWorks, CREO, LabView, MATLAB, Graphical User Interface (GUI)
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Laser Safety Design Engineer - Camera Hardware
Cupertino, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Apple
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and digital services.
Design and develop camera and sensing hardware including visible and IR illumination and sensors; collaborate across teams to research, test, and qualify imaging and optical sensing technologies.
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Laser Welding)
San Jose, California, United States
$131k-$154k/yr OnsiteFull Time
PROCEPT BioRobotics
PROCEPT BioRoboticsNasdaq Global Market: PRCT: Public surgical robotics developing, manufacturing, and commercializing robotic systems for urologists treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
3+ YOEBS in engineering with 5+ years (or MS with 3+ years), experience in welding/laser processes, root cause analysis, FDA QSR/ISO design control and cGMP knowledge, SolidWorks and Microsoft Office proficiency, up to 20% travel.
SolidWorks, Microsoft Office
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Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
Pasadena, California, United States
$139k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
California Institute of Technology
California Institute of Technology: Private nonprofit science and engineering research university serving undergraduate and graduate students in Pasadena.
2+ YOEMSc in physical or engineering science, 2+ years lab/research safety experience with lasers, knowledge of ANSI Z136/Cal/OSHA/FDA laser regs, strong communication and training skills.
Articulate 360
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CNC Laser Operator
Riverside, California, United States
$25-$31/hr OnsiteFull Time
ENC
ENC: Rivaz-owned U.S. heavy-duty transit bus manufacturer serving public agencies, universities, airports, and private fleet operators.
2+ YOEHigh school diploma required; 2+ years operating CNC laser machines, ability to read engineering drawings, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills. Forklift and crane experience preferred.
CNC, G/M code, First Article Inspection (FAI), FSA, HSA, EAP, PPE, 5S
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Principal Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions - Fremont, California, United States
Fremont, California, United States
$150k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Molex
Molex: Electronic, electrical, and fiber-optic connectivity systems manufacturer serving automotive, industrial, medical, and data-center customers.
8+ YOEMaster's in photonics/ME/physics/optics, 8+ years R&D experience with optical/mechanical components for optoelectronic packages, hands-on alignment and high-precision design, GR-468 qualification knowledge, supplier and cross-functional collaboration skills.
GR-468 Telcordia, New Product Introduction (NPI)
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Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Applied Materials
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Global leader in materials engineering for the semiconductor industry.
7+ YOEBachelor's in a relevant technical field, 7+ years experience in laser applications and system integration for automated precision manufacturing, hands-on integration of commercial laser systems, laser–material interaction expertise, troubleshooting and system optimization skills.
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Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Applied Materials
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Global leader in materials engineering for the semiconductor industry.
7+ YOEBachelor's in a relevant technical field, 7+ years experience in laser applications and system integration with automated precision manufacturing equipment, strong troubleshooting and laser–material interaction knowledge.
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Laser Application Engineer-Buena Park, CA
Buena Park, California, United States
FieldFull Time
Amada
AmadaPrime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6113: Japanese publicly traded industrial machinery manufacturer serving manufacturers with metal-processing machines, automation, software, and service.
Mechanical ability and sheet metal experience preferred; IBM PC, CAD/CAM, laser equipment, computers, networking, and ladder logic knowledge preferred. Requires blueprint reading and excellent English communication.
IBM PC, CAD/CAM, Ladder logic
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