Laser Metrology Lab Engineer

Post Date

Jan 16, 2025

Location

Redmond,
Washington

ZIP/Postal Code

98052
US
Aug 08, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

SEA-756600

Pay Rate

$54 - $67 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

As a Laser Integration Engineer working at Reality Labs Research, you will be responsible for developing metrology systems for laser testing and characterization across multiple programs. As part of this role, you will work on a multidisciplinary team to characterize and integrate lasers into optical systems.

Responsibilities
Assemble, align and evaluate lasers and optical systems performance at the component, subassembly and system levels Operate and maintain a variety of optical, test and analytical instruments. Own laser safety procedures and compliance of laser labs Perform hands-on optical testing of fabricated lasers. Contribute to the tool selection and metrology capabilities of laser integration labs. Partner with System Architects, Optical Scientists, and external vendors to develop laser integration solutions that meet specifications of different projects and systems

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Required Skills & Experience

Masters in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
Experience with laser metrology and characterization
3+ years of hands-on experience with design, assembly, alignment, and troubleshooting of lasers and complicated optical setups
Knowledge of fiber and/or DPSS laser technology, laser and optical design and modeling, optical components and materials from UV to IR, and optical metrology and measurement equipment
Familiarity with diffraction gratings, polarization optics, free-space beam propagation and shaping using reflective and refractive elements, acousto-optics, electro-optics, and general laser principles
Proficient in the operation of common troubleshooting tools including Oscilloscopes, multimeters, laser power meters, flow meters, etc.
Familiarity with metrology equipment automation using Python

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

5+ years of hands-on experience with design, assembly, alignment, and troubleshooting of lasers and complicated optical setups
3+ years of experience automating metrology systems using Python

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.