Laser Applications Engineer

Job Description

The Application Engineer will work with state of the art laser processing equipment and will develop new laser processing applications. The ideal applicant is a hands-on person who enjoys working with machinery and electronics. Additionally, a good work ethic and strong interpersonal skills are required since the position involves daily contact with IPG customers.

Duties include:

• Development of laser based processes and technologies
• Set up & operation of robotic & CNC laser welding / cutting /drilling equipment for customer application testing
• Perform inspection of samples, including optical microscopy and metallographic cross sectioning, polishing for weld inspection, as well as mechanical testing
• Documentation of test results in electronic reports and data banks
• Responsible for maintenance of lab equipment
• Support of engineering development activities, sales support and customer applications support
• Demonstrate laser systems and technologies for customer
• Demonstration and applications processing development at IPG locations, customer locations, trade shows and conferences; up to 15% travel

Qualifications:

• BS Engineering degree required, advanced degree is desirable
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field for higher skilled candidate
• Experience with welding and welding processes is highly desirable
• Familiarity with metallographic and mechanical testing is highly desirable
• Familiarity with material science and experience working with different material compositions is a plus
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in similar role
• Background in electronics, machine or manufacturing technology
• Experience with CAD/CAM, CNC or robotic system programming
• Previous industrial laser applications experience a plus

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