Equipment Development Engineer, Laser Alignment & Photonic Packaging

Equipment Development Engineer, Laser Alignment & Photonic Packaging

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We are seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer to develop next-generation laser alignment, optical attachment, and packaging equipment for photonics applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision equipment, mechanisms, fixtures, and subsystems for laser alignment, optical attachment, photonic packaging, testing, and automation applications.
• Translate system and process requirements into robust equipment solutions with consideration for precision, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Design precision positioning, alignment, motion control, and opto-mechanical systems to achieve high-performance assembly and packaging processes.
• Perform tolerance analysis, GD&T, and precision alignment studies to ensure system accuracy and repeatability.
• Develop 3D models, engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation using SolidWorks.
• Lead prototype builds, system integration, debugging, verification, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with optical, electrical, software, process, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver complete equipment solutions.
• Support supplier engagement, NPI activities, equipment qualification, and manufacturing deployment.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related disciplines.
• Strong experience in precision mechanical and opto-mechanical system design.
• Hands-on experience developing semiconductor equipment, automation systems, assembly equipment, inspection systems, or other complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Solid understanding of precision alignment, tolerance analysis, GD&T, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and engineering documentation.
• Experience in system integration, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and engineering validation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Active Optical Alignment
• Laser Attach / Die Attach
• Optical Module Assembly
• Silicon Photonics (SiPh)
• Photonic Packaging
• Precision Motion Control & Nanopositioning
• Machine Vision & Optical Metrology
• Semiconductor Assembly Equipment

Additional Information

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