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Form of workIPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 6,500 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.
Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged, diverse, and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.
Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.
Job Summary:
The Optical Coating Engineer's goals are to support the production, and development of new products, and improvement of processes and documentation in the company’s state-of-the-art Optical Coating facility. The company is searching for an individual with a background in Thin Film technology. The position requires basic knowledge of vacuum coating equipment and technologies (experience welcome) as well as awareness of the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of common PVD tools. Applicant should be capable of developing and implementing new Optical Coatings. Having a conceptual knowledge of antireflection and high reflection coatings in UV, visible, and near IR spectral ranges. The candidate will be directly involved in support of ongoing technological advancement by documenting, analyzing, reporting, and improving the current production process.
Job Functions:
- Support operation and troubleshooting of Thin FilmOptical Coating production and other process equipment
- Develop and implement designs, workflow controls, and production protocols
- Evaluate the performance of the product to meet production specs and drive improvement.
- Report production process metrics, SPC, and support database traceability
- Promptly document recent R&D efforts, summarize, and communicate in the form of engineering reports
- Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), implement process changes, and train new personnel
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering, preferably with a Major in Thin films or Optics
- Any experience with up to 2 years of directly related industry is a plus
- Familiar with a variety of vacuum technologies through college courses, or lab work, or internship
- Basic knowledge of optical Thin Film coating process
- Experience in Optical Coating design and development of processes specifically to laser optics
- Basic knowledge and experience in metrology of optical Thin Films
- Hands-on experience with optical components
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, organize and prioritize workload
- Good communication and organizational skills Ability to work as a member of a team
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22C.F.R. §120.15 are required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee. License exception Technology and software under restriction (TSR) defined in 15 CFR 740.6 may permit a person from Country Group B.
The following link will take you to the government site with the list of Country Group B: https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/documents/regulation-docs/452-supplement-no-1-to-part-740-country-groups/file
Thank you for your interest in positions at IPG Photonics. All Applicants must apply on our company website to be considered. Please visit www.ipgphotonics.com and click on the “Company” tab. We look forward to seeing your application soon!
Thank you for your interest in positions at IPG Photonics. All Applicants must apply on our company website to be considered. Please visit www.ipgphotonics.com and click on the “Company” tab. We look forward to seeing your application soon!
