Applications Engineer

Hamamatsu Photonics is a global leader in advanced light detectors, sources, and systems for industrial, scientific, and commercial applications. Our mission is to improve society through photonics technology.

Role Overview:
As an Applications Engineer, you’ll combine technical knowledge with hands-on problem-solving. This role involves working in the lab, supporting customers, and collaborating with global teams to develop solutions. You’ll gain experience in photonics, electronics, and optics while applying your skills to real-world challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and run lab experiments to replicate customer scenarios.
• Test and troubleshoot components for demonstrations and returns.
• Provide technical support and product recommendations to OEM and end-users.
• Collaborate with our parent company in Japan on customizations and prototypes.

Location:
This is a hybrid position, based out of our Bridgewater, NJ or San Jose, CA office.

Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering (Electrical, Optical, Mechanical) or Physics.
• Hands-on experience with imaging technology including UV-Visible and X-Ray imaging, microscopy, or light modulation.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills
• Ability to travel up to 10%, possibly international
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in a related field
• University research in a related field
• Strong Mathematical and Statistic background
• Published scientific papers
• Problem solving skills
• Customer service experience
  

Pay Range
The starting base salary for this position is expected to fall within the following ranges:
Level I: $74,500 - $85,000 annually
Level II: $95,000 - $105,000 annually

Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of considerations, including geographic location, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and overall qualifications.

Benefits
Hamamatsu offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance, Vacation/Sick/Personal Time, and Retirement Plans.

Referral Tier:2