The IPG Systems Technician will assemble, test, and install laser-based systems according to engineering instructions and technical manuals. The Systems Technician will be responsible for the assembly, troubleshooting and testing of the electrical, optical and mechanical systems autonomously.
Duties:
- Full range of technical system assembly including optics, mechanical, and electrical
- Assemble and wire machine control panels, electronic sub-assemblies, cables, machines, push button stations, motion controllers, e-stops and test gear.
- Build systems and sub systems
- Use of hand tools and power tools as required
- BS in electronics or electro-optics preferred
- Basic understanding of UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards and how to find information in the standards
- Mechanical aptitude and finesse is required, in the context of precision mechanical assembly for dynamic systems and optics.
- Previous electrical assembly experience or an electrical background is desired.
- Prior experience wiring industrial control panels is strongly preferred
- Perform electrical tests to ensure proper wiring techniques.
- Attention to detail and world-class workmanship is required.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and schematics.
- Data entry skills preferred.
- Strong communication skills required for interaction within R&D group
- High quality workmanship
- Work independently or as a team
- Set up experiments and able to record data or measurements
- Document all work with care and precision
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Skills Required
- Assemble, test, and install laser-based systems (optical, mechanical, electrical)
- Troubleshoot electrical, optical, and mechanical systems autonomously
- Assemble and wire machine control panels, electronic sub-assemblies, cables, push button stations, motion controllers, e-stops, and test gear
- Build systems and subsystems and perform precision mechanical assembly
- Use hand tools and power tools for assembly
- Mechanical aptitude and finesse for precision dynamic systems and optics
- Attention to detail and world-class/high quality workmanship
- Strong communication skills for interaction within R&D group
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Set up experiments and record data or measurements; document all work carefully
- BS in electronics or electro-optics
- Basic understanding of UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards and how to find information in the standards
- Previous electrical assembly experience or electrical background
- Prior experience wiring industrial control panels
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and schematics
- Perform electrical tests to ensure proper wiring techniques
- Data entry skills
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.
