41 laser engineer jobs at 31 companies in Prunedale, CA
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Laser Tech lead Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$150k-$230k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Lyte: Develops unified perception platforms for robotics and physical 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.
MKS InstrumentsNASDAQ: MKSI: Supplies process control instruments and chemicals for semiconductor manufacturing.
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.
Lightmatter: Develops photonic processors and interconnects for AI data centers
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.
Staff High-Power Laser Assembly Development Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$169k-$229k/yrOnsiteFull Time
NokiaNYSE: NOK: Sells telecommunications infrastructure and software for global network operators.
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.
IntelNasdaq: INTC: Designs and manufactures microprocessors and semiconductor components.
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.
KLANASDAQ: KLAC: Provides process control and yield management for semiconductor manufacturing.
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%.
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designs and sells consumer electronics, software, and online 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.
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.
Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Produces equipment and services for chip and display manufacturing.
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.
Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Manufacturers of equipment for semiconductor and display production.
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.
LaserAway: Nationwide clinics providing aesthetic dermatology and laser hair removal.
4+ YOERequires 4+ years of related experience, repair tools and electrical safety knowledge, strong problem-solving and communication skills, valid identification, and a clean driving record. Engineering education preferred.
Headway Technologies: Designs and manufactures magnetic recording heads for hard disk drives
2+ YOEMaster’s degree in optical or electrical engineering, applied physics, or equivalent experience; 2+ years in optics or related fields; optical testing, laser package design, modeling, simulation, and failure analysis experience.
Lumerical, Tidy3D, COMSOL, Claude, ChatGPT, TEM, EELS, EDS, SIMS, XPS, Microsoft Office
VeecoNasdaq: VECO: Manufactures precision processing systems for semiconductor and electronics production
5+ YOEMS+8 years or PhD+5 years in optical engineering, experience with high-power laser, lithography or imaging systems, optics fabrication and measurements, hands-on lab experience, and ability to travel up to 20%.
TRUMPF: Manufactures industrial machine tools and laser technology systems.
2+ YOE2+ years relevant experience, degree in engineering or materials science (or equivalent), experience with laser processing/CNC/robotics/vision systems, ability to operate TRUMPF equipment, strong problem-solving and communication skills, willing to travel up to 25%.
MycronicNasdaq Stockholm: MYCR: Develops and manufactures high-precision electronics production equipment.
3+ YOEAssociate's degree or 3+ years related experience; field service/applications engineering experience preferred; strong optics/laser, electrical and computer competency; Microsoft Windows, Linux, Matlab knowledge; passport and driver's license required.
Senior System Integration Engineer - Test & Validation
Santa Clara, California, United States
$150k-$165k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Halo Industries: Manufactures silicon carbide wafers using laser-based slicing technology.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, 5+ years in hardware test/validation or system engineering (semiconductor, laser systems, robotics), hands-on electromechanical experience, troubleshooting, ATP/test documentation, and proficiency with instrumentation and test automation tools.
AdvantestTokyo Stock Exchange: 6857: Manufacturer of automated test systems for the semiconductor industry.
BS in electrical/optical engineering or physics; product/test engineering experience on ATE or bench; statistical data analysis (JMP, Galaxy, Excel); Java and Python; experience with optical devices.
ATE, JMP, Galaxy, Microsoft Excel, Java, Python, test sockets, probe card, handler, prober, lasers, optical analyzers, power meters, polarizers, circulators, electro-optical probe solutions, FAU alignment
219 Design: Product engineering firm specializing in custom hardware and software.
6+ YOEBS/MS in electrical/computer engineering, 6+ years professional experience, proficiency with Altium and lab test equipment, hands-on prototyping and PCB layout experience, authorized to work in the US and able to work regularly from a Bay Area office.
Etched: Designs specialized AI chips optimized for transformer architectures.
5+ YOE5–10 years in optical interconnect design for high-density compute systems; expertise in CPO, NPO, OCI, LPO; strong link-budget, OSNR, eye diagrams, and high-speed interfaces; experience with optical engines and PIC-based subsystems.