IPG 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 4,800 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 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.
We are seeking a highly motivated Process Development Engineer to participate in the development, optimization, and qualification of advanced optoelectronic components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manufacturing & Quality control:
- Assist technical personnel with troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing stations and production equipment.
- Maintain control charts, calibration procedures and SOPs to support production flow.
- Process Development & Optimization:
- Participate in design and implementation of improved processes tailored for high-power optoelectronic components.
- Evaluate and suggest equipment, materials, techniques to meet thermal, optical, electrical, and mechanical requirements for process under development.
- Qualification & Reliability Testing:
- Analyze failure modes and drive corrective actions to improve process robustness and yield.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with design, materials, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure process compatibility with product requirements.
- Support transition of developed processes to volume production, including documentation, training, and troubleshooting.
- Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Use statistical tools (e.g., DOE, SPC) to analyze process data and drive continuous improvement.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to the engineering team and external partners.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or related field.
- Experience in optoelectronics and/or semiconductor packaging.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor laser physics.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with failure analysis methods of light emitting devices.
- Experience with high-power semiconductor laser manufacturing and/or testing.
- Experience with optical components for light guidance and light collimation.
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Pay RangeMA: $62,466 - $82,767
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
- Experience in optoelectronics and/or semiconductor packaging
- Strong understanding of semiconductor laser physics
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Experience with failure analysis methods for light-emitting devices
- Experience with high-power semiconductor laser manufacturing and/or testing
- Experience with optical components for light guidance and light collimation
IPG Photonics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IPG Photonics and has not been reviewed or approved by IPG Photonics.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers a 15% discount with a lookback feature and is available in the U.S. and Germany. This broad-based equity program is consistently highlighted as a standout component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO typically starts around three weeks with growth over tenure, alongside roughly 10–12 paid holidays and noted carryover options. Time-off policies are often viewed as a strong part of the package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual bonuses are emphasized as a meaningful part of total compensation. Company materials and role descriptions explicitly include bonuses as part of the offering.
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What We Do
IPG Photonics is the world leader in fiber laser technology, offering solutions for applications across a wide array of industries. Headquartered in Marlborough, USA, the company has developed a robust, vertically integrated supply chain, developing key technology components in-house, thus enabling the most reliable, powerful, and efficient laser solutions. With over 30 locations across the globe, we are committed to developing innovative products that provide reliable, cost-effective solutions for our customers’ needs.
