At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.Seeking a motivated engineer to assist in the design and development of advanced image scanning and laser marking technology. Contributing to a cross-discipline team on all aspects of system design and integration, this position offers the ability to work closely with mechanical, optical and software disciplines.The primary responsibilities will be in the design and specification of analog and digital electronic circuits, including circuit layout, prototyping, debugging and verification. This position involves research, innovation and being committed to customer satisfaction. Broadly qualified candidates will embrace contribution to hardware, firmware and simulation needs as well as extensive hands-on experience with products and lab equipment.The location of the position is in Londonderry, NH; up to 10% travel may be required to customer locations and other Thorlabs sites.Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:Design and develop electronics for precision scientific instruments and peripheralsDevelop firmware to control and monitor a number of optical, mechanical and electrical components within one integrated systemTake a design from an initial concept through prototyping, debugging and manufacturing phasesManage project timeline and costsManage electronic component vendors and contract manufacturersTroubleshoot and resolve electronics related system issuesManage electronics engineering documentation and material specificationsDevelop circuits and systems to meet R&D and manufacturing needsIn addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.Physical Activities:This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to reconfigure electronics lab test equipment as needed.RequirementsQualificationsExperience:4+ years’ experience with electronics design for scientific, industrial, biotech, medical, or semiconductor instrumentation Substantial experience in analog/digital low noise design, power, simulation and implementationExperience with schematic capture and PCB layout of multilayer boardsDesign work with FPGA such as Xilinx, Altera, Sharc or Zynq processorsExperience with Altium DesignerInterest in LASER projection, imaging, beam steering, LIDAR, encodersUse of oscilloscope, DVM, logic analyzer, solderingAbility to test and diagnose circuits and componentsEducation:Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or experience in a related field such as Mechatronics and Scientific InstrumentationSpecialized Knowledge and Skills:Understanding of embedded hardware, control and monitoring systemsKnowledge of Verilog, VHDL, C/C++, PythonProven expertise in troubleshooting and resolving electronic circuit issuesFamiliarity with design and implementation of optoelectronic circuits, motors and control systemsExperience with test and debugging of DSP and FPGAStrong communication skills and presentation skillsDemonstrated experience in working in a team environmentStrong innovation skillsAbility to function autonomously with little direction/works well independently of othersPay range for this position is $100,000- $115,000 depending on experienceThorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.BenefitsThorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.
Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.
Seeking a motivated engineer to assist in the design and development of advanced image scanning and laser marking technology. Contributing to a cross-discipline team on all aspects of system design and integration, this position offers the ability to work closely with mechanical, optical and software disciplines.
The primary responsibilities will be in the design and specification of analog and digital electronic circuits, including circuit layout, prototyping, debugging and verification. This position involves research, innovation and being committed to customer satisfaction. Broadly qualified candidates will embrace contribution to hardware, firmware and simulation needs as well as extensive hands-on experience with products and lab equipment.
The location of the position is in Londonderry, NH; up to 10% travel may be required to customer locations and other Thorlabs sites.
Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:
- Design and develop electronics for precision scientific instruments and peripherals
- Develop firmware to control and monitor a number of optical, mechanical and electrical components within one integrated system
- Take a design from an initial concept through prototyping, debugging and manufacturing phases
- Manage project timeline and costs
- Manage electronic component vendors and contract manufacturers
- Troubleshoot and resolve electronics related system issues
- Manage electronics engineering documentation and material specifications
- Develop circuits and systems to meet R&D and manufacturing needs
In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:
- Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
- Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.
The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Physical Activities:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to reconfigure electronics lab test equipment as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications
Experience:
- 4+ years’ experience with electronics design for scientific, industrial, biotech, medical, or semiconductor instrumentation
- Substantial experience in analog/digital low noise design, power, simulation and implementation
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout of multilayer boards
- Design work with FPGA such as Xilinx, Altera, Sharc or Zynq processors
- Experience with Altium Designer
- Interest in LASER projection, imaging, beam steering, LIDAR, encoders
- Use of oscilloscope, DVM, logic analyzer, soldering
- Ability to test and diagnose circuits and components
Education:
- Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or experience in a related field such as Mechatronics and Scientific Instrumentation
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- Understanding of embedded hardware, control and monitoring systems
- Knowledge of Verilog, VHDL, C/C++, Python
- Proven expertise in troubleshooting and resolving electronic circuit issues
- Familiarity with design and implementation of optoelectronic circuits, motors and control systems
- Experience with test and debugging of DSP and FPGA
- Strong communication skills and presentation skills
- Demonstrated experience in working in a team environment
- Strong innovation skills
- Ability to function autonomously with little direction/works well independently of others
Pay range for this position is $100,000- $115,000 depending on experience
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
Benefits
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
Thorlabs Ltd. manufactures Motion Control and Vibration Isolation products for photonics applications in the industrial and research sectors.12 miles from Cambridge with train and bus linkDouble digit annual growthOur vision and values drive our operations, our interactions, and the traits we look for in new talent:In addition to onsite training, we offer multiple and cross-departmental opportunities for development:External training and funded educationHands-on lab experience across global locationsCareer progression opportunitiesAnnual entity-wide leadership development Contributed Pension Scheme Group Life Cover Private Health Care Child Care Vouchers Group Income Protection and more.If you wish to apply for the above position, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NX or email recruitment@thorlabs.comIn line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Thorlabs Ltd. manufactures Motion Control and Vibration Isolation products for photonics applications in the industrial and research sectors.
12 miles from Cambridge with train and bus link
Double digit annual growth
Our vision and values drive our operations, our interactions, and the traits we look for in new talent:
In addition to onsite training, we offer multiple and cross-departmental opportunities for development:
External training and funded education
Hands-on lab experience across global locations
Career progression opportunities
Annual entity-wide leadership development
Contributed Pension Scheme 
Group Life Cover
Private Health Care 
Child Care Vouchers
Group Income Protection and more.
If you wish to apply for the above position, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NX or email recruitment@thorlabs.com
In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
