Photonics Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey's photonics engineering jobs concentrate around Princeton, Murray Hill, and the Route 1 technology corridor, with employers like II-VI Incorporated, Coherent, and Lockheed Martin's Moorestown facility actively hiring. Defense, telecommunications, and semiconductor manufacturing drive most sponsorship activity, and proximity to research institutions like Princeton University and Rutgers strengthens the talent pipeline for international candidates.
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Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Photonics Support Engineer I is responsible for providing entry level technical support by solving problems, troubleshooting, and working with customers to guide them to the best possible product solutions for their applications and experiments. The position works with several other Photonics Support and Design Engineers to support optics, lasers and light sources, fiber, opto-mechanics, motion control, microscope and other imaging systems, telecom instruments and more. Between onsite lab opportunities, customer interactions, tradeshows and Thorlabs manufacturing entities visits, the position can be exposed to every facet of the photonics industry.
- Provide technical support via phone, web chat & e-mail to customers worldwide.
- Interface with multiple support teams around the world to implement best practices globally.
- Reproduce setups and create technical solutions in the lab.
- Demonstrate knowledge and problem-solving abilities in providing technical support to customers who purchase from our extensive product portfolio.
- Develop and provide customized solutions, assist in the design of custom products.
- Support Marketing and Sales activities by attending Tradeshows and Customer visits.
- Participate in managing the development of Thorlabs products by being part of an interactive development forum.
- Develop Marketing Materials like test data, white papers, or video for use on our website or through another distribution channel.
- Develop skill in the use of test equipment to help influence the design of next generation photonics products.
- Contribute to training of new team members by sharing your unique skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Entry level to 3 years of Photonics product and applications support experience. Will accept recent college graduate with bachelor’s degree. Lab experience with optics, mechanics, lasers, and electrical components a plus.
Education:
- BSc, MSc or PhD degree in Optics, Physics or a related Engineering field or equivalent work experience.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of Photonics and Laser Technology via work or laboratory experience.
- Strong communication proficiency and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask, show attention to details, and to solve multidisciplinary problems under time constraints.
- Ability to develop and communicate dept. goals in support of Thorlabs' mission and responds to all interactions in a positive manner.
- Eagerness to learn about new technologies, process, and business models.
- Work schedule may be staggered times to cover our 8am–8pm hours of operation.
- Opportunities to travel to tradeshows, other Thorlabs manufacturing facilities (foreign and domestic), and training events on and off site.
COMPENSATION
The estimated pay range for this role is $62,000 - $70,000 annually.
BENEFITS
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
INTRODUCTION
Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Photonics Support Engineer I is responsible for providing entry level technical support by solving problems, troubleshooting, and working with customers to guide them to the best possible product solutions for their applications and experiments. The position works with several other Photonics Support and Design Engineers to support optics, lasers and light sources, fiber, opto-mechanics, motion control, microscope and other imaging systems, telecom instruments and more. Between onsite lab opportunities, customer interactions, tradeshows and Thorlabs manufacturing entities visits, the position can be exposed to every facet of the photonics industry.
- Provide technical support via phone, web chat & e-mail to customers worldwide.
- Interface with multiple support teams around the world to implement best practices globally.
- Reproduce setups and create technical solutions in the lab.
- Demonstrate knowledge and problem-solving abilities in providing technical support to customers who purchase from our extensive product portfolio.
- Develop and provide customized solutions, assist in the design of custom products.
- Support Marketing and Sales activities by attending Tradeshows and Customer visits.
- Participate in managing the development of Thorlabs products by being part of an interactive development forum.
- Develop Marketing Materials like test data, white papers, or video for use on our website or through another distribution channel.
- Develop skill in the use of test equipment to help influence the design of next generation photonics products.
- Contribute to training of new team members by sharing your unique skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Entry level to 3 years of Photonics product and applications support experience. Will accept recent college graduate with bachelor’s degree. Lab experience with optics, mechanics, lasers, and electrical components a plus.
Education:
- BSc, MSc or PhD degree in Optics, Physics or a related Engineering field or equivalent work experience.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of Photonics and Laser Technology via work or laboratory experience.
- Strong communication proficiency and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask, show attention to details, and to solve multidisciplinary problems under time constraints.
- Ability to develop and communicate dept. goals in support of Thorlabs' mission and responds to all interactions in a positive manner.
- Eagerness to learn about new technologies, process, and business models.
- Work schedule may be staggered times to cover our 8am–8pm hours of operation.
- Opportunities to travel to tradeshows, other Thorlabs manufacturing facilities (foreign and domestic), and training events on and off site.
COMPENSATION
The estimated pay range for this role is $62,000 - $70,000 annually.
BENEFITS
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for photonics engineers in New Jersey?
New Jersey employers with documented H-1B visa sponsorship history in photonics and related optical engineering include II-VI Incorporated, Coherent Corp, Lockheed Martin, Nokia Bell Labs in Murray Hill, and JDSU. Defense contractors along the Route 1 corridor and semiconductor firms in the Princeton area also file sponsorship petitions regularly. Checking DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data confirms which employers have active filing histories for photonics-specific roles.
Which visa types are most common for photonics engineer roles in New Jersey?
The H-1B is the primary visa category for photonics engineers in New Jersey, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or optical engineering. Some defense-sector positions may also support O-1A petitions for engineers with demonstrable extraordinary ability. Employers at STEM-designated facilities can also support OPT and STEM OPT extensions for recent F-1 graduates before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most photonics engineer sponsorship jobs?
Murray Hill and New Providence host Nokia Bell Labs, historically one of the densest concentrations of photonics research in the state. Princeton and the surrounding Mercer County corridor attract optical and semiconductor engineering roles tied to both corporate R&D and defense contractors. Moorestown supports photonics work through Lockheed Martin's radar and sensing programs. Edison and Parsippany also see periodic openings from telecommunications equipment manufacturers with sponsorship track records.
How to find photonics engineer visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate filters photonics engineer listings specifically to New Jersey and surfaces employers with verified H-1B sponsorship histories, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the process for similar roles. Search by job title and state to see active openings from defense contractors, telecom equipment firms, and semiconductor manufacturers across the Princeton and Murray Hill corridors. This approach saves time compared to manually cross-referencing job postings against DOL disclosure records.
Are there state-specific or role-specific considerations for photonics engineers seeking sponsorship in New Jersey?
Several New Jersey photonics roles intersect with defense and aerospace work, which can introduce security clearance requirements that complicate sponsorship for non-U.S. persons. Employers subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations may have restrictions on foreign national access to certain technologies or lab environments. Candidates should confirm clearance eligibility and export control policies with each employer before advancing. Prevailing wage levels for photonics engineers in the Trenton and Newark metro areas can be verified through the OFLC Wage Search tool.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored photonics engineer jobs in New Jersey?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.