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Mechanical Engineer (Level 1)

Employment Type

Full-time | In-person

Posted On

July 15, 2026

Department

Spectroscopy | OCT

Application Deadline

December 31, 2026

Location

Morrisville, NC

Job #

N/A

Address

808 Aviation Parkway, Suite 1400, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA

Description

Life at Wasatch Photonics revolves around our customers and our technology. Wasatch produces leading-edge spectrometers used by Research and Development and OEM customers. Our spectrometers enable cutting edge research to help solve real world problems through Raman, OCT, and NIR and fluorescence spectroscopy. This new role expands our engineering team to support continued growth and innovation.

If you enjoy solving diverse engineering challenges, building new products, and collaborating across teams, we’d love to meet you.

The position is based in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Become familiar with and integral to all processes related to manufacturing, quality, and research and development of VPH gratings.
  • Design, analyze, and document processes including Standard Operating Procedures and corrective actions.
  • Apply Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to reduce process variation, improve yield, and drive operational efficiency.
  • Refine existing and develop new processes to optimize performance and yield of all holographic products.
  • As part of the Logan engineering team, collaborate cross functionally to implement, monitor and course correct all processes.
  • Assist in maintaining process related documentation, analyses, and reports per ISO:9001.
  • Support the Logan sales team in responding to customer inquiries and ensuring customer expectations are in line with manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

  • Experience with manufacturing optical products or similar components a plus.
  • Working to ISO:9001 standards and being instrumental at introducing them.
  • Usage of MS Excel and or other data analysis programs.
  • Fabrication or Machining experience a plus.

Education / Skills

  • BSc or higher in mechanical, manufacturing, optics or related engineering/science fields. An understanding of how to be a strong team player and an effective individual contributor.
  • Good organization skills and ability to generate internal and customer-facing written documentation.
  • Ability to communicate and present findings to allow data driven companywide decisions.
  • Self-motivated to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

What We Offer

  • Impactful Work: Be a critical part of bringing advanced optical technologies to life, from R&D to real-world applications.
  • Expert Team: Collaborate with prolific scientists and industry pioneers in spectroscopy, OCT, astronomy, and laser pulse compression.
  • Empowerment: Specify and access the tools you need. No micromanagement, just support.
  • Flexibility & Compassion: Enjoy flexibility in your schedule and understanding when you need it.
  • Profit Sharing: Share in the success of the company through our profit-sharing program.
  • Agile Environment: Experience a small-company culture. Low red tape, direct CEO support, and the chance to always be heard.
  • Career Growth: Take advantage of structured career development plans, training, and learning opportunities.

Company Culture

Our understanding of innovation is that to fulfil their full potential, people must feel valued and empowered when sharing their ideas.

At Wasatch Photonics, you’ll find:

  • A collaborative, non-egotistical environment
  • People who are deeply passionate about their craft
  • Direct access to leadership & decision-making
  • A mission-driven focus on real-world impact
  • The freedom to take initiative, and be recognized for it
  • Whether you specialize in engineering, production, marketing, or R&D, you’ll be an essential part of a team that celebrates excellence, curiosity, and teamwork.

Benefits at a Glance

We want our employees to not only succeed in work, but beyond. Our benefits scheme is set up to support you with a healthy lifestyle, getting ahead for the future, and pursuing your goals.

  • Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Participation in a target-based annual bonus plan
  • Optional 9/80 work schedule for extended weekends
  • Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
  • Tuition reimbursement for approved degree programs

Your Illuminated Career Starts Here

Ready to work where your ideas matter, your work has impact, and your team has your back? Join Wasatch Photonics and see how your input can shape the future. One photon at a time.

Wasatch Photonics is a fast-growing company with several market-leading products with optics at its core. Key product areas from Wasatch Photonics include Raman spectroscopy, Optical Coherence Tomography, hyperspectral imaging, volume phase holographic gratings, and diffractive optics.

The company is an ideal place for energetic and innovative individuals looking to grow a developing company with exceptional products in a fast-paced startup driven environment. Wasatch Photonics provides a collaborative and cordial environment and sees the growth and development of its team members as integral for its success.

We are looking to expand our teams to support our continuing market expansion. If you enjoy working in a dynamic, growth driven environment with the latest technology – then we look forward to hearing from you and discussing what we might achieve together!

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