Mechanical Engineer I

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.

Thorlabs Ultrafast Optoelectronics (UFO) in Ann Arbor is a division of Thorlabs chartered to develop high speed photonics components and instrumentation. Mechanical Engineers conceptualize, design, and test optomechanical solutions for components and instrumentation. Projects frequently require consideration of hermetic, thermal, and stress properties. Activities include documentation, vendor management, prototyping, transfer to manufacturing, troubleshooting and being committed to customer satisfaction.

• Assist in development of optomechanical solutions for components and instrumentation under supervision
• Create documentation for parts in advanced optomechanical solutions while learning documentation best practices
• Perform testing and analysis of components and instrumentation under supervision per documented validation plans
• Assist in the creation of the required documentation of components and instrumentation
• Assist in development of fixturing solutions for development and production
• Create documentation for parts in fixturing solutions while learning documentation best practices
• Report development status to supervisor on a regular basis
• Participate in design, model, and drawing reviews
• Coordinate cross-departments to ensure mechanical designs meet optical and electrical requirements
• Recommend innovations and improved methods, tools, and processes
• Assist with project planning, estimation, and tracking
• Assist with sourcing and qualification of parts and vendors
• Maintain mechanical design documentation
• Create assembly and test instructions
• Assist and train the production department in troubleshooting technical issues

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.