Boston Scientific Principal Laser Test Engineer 

United States, California, Carlsbad 

714113295

About the Role:

Perform the research, development and testing of lasers, laser systems, and fiber optic delivery devices for surgical applications. Provide knowledge of photonics and lasers, particularly high-power pulsed, Q-switched, and diode driven fiber optic lasers. Build bench-level prototypes and conduct experiments to lead understanding of system and single-use device design requirements. Work closely with other members of our small, interdisciplinary team developing innovative laser devices and related technologies in a focused, fast-paced and fun environment. Provide progress reports on program performance and ensure deadlines are met. This position will require you to translate raw ideas into high-level design concepts and prototypes.

Your Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate performance and maintain a high standard for performance within the Laser & Optics team.
• Assemble, align, test, and troubleshoot surgical lasers, laser delivery systems, and single-use devices.
• Build and align laser and fiber optic prototypes, taking them from bench-level to functional designs.
• Couple high-energy, free space lasers to photonic components and fiber optic devices.
• Conduct lab experiments, collect and analyze resulting data, document and present results.
• Work with manufacturers to define requirements for components and subsystems and realize prototypes.
• Derive product design requirements based on top-level requirements and user needs input.
• Medical device development activities such as prototyping and testing, pilot builds, V&V, risk assessment, and validation of ramp-up to production.
• Contribute to patent portfolio and strategy development

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering or similar disciplines with five or more years of relevant experience.
• Area knowledge in Photonics, Fiber Optics, Lasers and Laser Systems.
• Must have 5+ years of experience working with high-energy, Q-switched, diode driven fiber optic, or other solid-state lasers and related electronic, optical and optoelectronic equipment required.
• Development of lasers, laser systems, fiber optic energy delivery devices, fiber optic probes, is an advantage.
• Proficiency with industry standard tools and methods for laser, photonic, and electro-optical systems engineering.
• Broad knowledge of assembly, alignment, powering, and test methodologies and related equipment.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory technical work, preferably in lasers, photonics and optics.
• Biomedical product or medical device development experience.
• Experience with Class 3B & Class 4 lasers and related optics for delivery and single-use devices.
• Solid understanding of Design Controls according to 21 CFR 820 or ISO 13485.
• Proficient in Risk Management according to ISO 14971.
• Experience in documenting technical work and results, writing lab reports, analysis and presentation of data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD
• Laser safety and best practice
• Laser design
• Optical damage mechanisms
• Optical/laser driven shockwave
• 1064nm based optics/lasers
• Pulsed lasers
  • • Nanosecond (femto, pico, etc. not needed)
      • Fiber Lasers
      • DPSS Lasers
  • Optics
    • Fiber amplifiers
    • Solid state amplifiers
    • Thermal effects
    • Optical coatings

Maximum Salary: $ 188300

Compensation fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.