Laser Diode Manufacturing Engineer
Inertia
Livermore, CA, USA
USD 180k-240k / year
Posted on Apr 10, 2026
Location
Livermore
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Design and Engineering
Overview:
At Inertia, we are building the world's highest average power laser to initialize the first commercial fusion power plant. We are seeking talented engineering leadership to define and execute the strategy for supplying laser diodes at the scale, cost, and reliability required for fusion energy.
This role is critical to transforming the laser diode industry,modernizing assembly processes, driving industrial automation, and establishing a scalable manufacturing foundation. You will work across suppliers and internal teams to ensure we can meet the demands of power plant deployment to modernize the assembly process. Leverage industrial automation to increase throughput while ensuring quality.
This position will report to the VP of Industrial Engineering.
Primary Responsibilities:
Define baseline assembly process and automation requirements for high-volume laser diode production
Evaluate and select vendors
Establish manufacturing best practices across suppliers and internal operations
Drive yield improvement through yield analysis and failure analysis
Qualifications:
B.S. with 10+ years of experience, or M.S. with 7+ years of experience
Deep experience with QCW Diodes packaging experience
Proven track record in high volume manufacturing environments
Strong background in production quality control and process optimization
Experience with semiconductor back-end packaging experience a plus
Salary & Benefits:
The base salary range for this role is $180,000 - $$240,000; The pay range provided is an estimated base range for this role. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and education.
We offer market-competitive compensation and an excellent benefits program, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, company-paid holidays, matching 401k, and more!
About Inertia:
Inertia is taking the most direct, scientifically-proven path to commercializing fusion, leveraging the only successful achievement of fusion ignition, using a process that was pioneered at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). With groundbreaking innovation, transformative technology, and multi-year investment, Inertia is committed to commercializing fusion energy in the next decade.