Photonics Solutions 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.

The Photonics Solutions Engineer I is a key technical resource responsible for supporting our sales team in our technical sales activities. This role uses their technical expertise to act as a liaison between our customers and our engineering and manufacturing teams. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

• Collaborates as part of a functional team with Field and Inside Sales to provide technical expertise during sales lead qualification and opportunity development.

• Works directly with Thorlabs customers to capture requirements for custom requests, communicate Thorlabs capabilities and technical services.

• Works directly with internal engineering and manufact