APplied Physicist

Are you motivated by solving challenging problems and striving for technical excellence? Do you enjoy the creative freedom and autonomy in early technology development? If yes, then this opportunity is for you. You will be able to work on the toughest problems that dimensional metrology faces, patent innovative solutions, and see your ideas come to life in future products!

You’ll also enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid work model. At MRDA, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance.

THE COOL THINGS YOU WILL BE DOING WITH YOUR TALENTS

As an Applied Physicist in the Advanced Research and Technology Development group at Mitutoyo Research & Development America, Inc. (MRDA), you will follow the latest technology developments through conferences and literature and apply them to dimensional metrology. You will design and test prototype systems in our state-of-the-art facility supported by our electrical and mechanical engineering group as well as our algorithm scientists. Do you have an exciting idea for a novel sensor design? Take a week or two to explore it! We provide a low-friction R&D environment with flat organization, no politics and high visibility for our technical staff. You will be the key contributor, document your design and findings in technical reports and contribute expertise to other global development projects.

Occasional travel to Japan will offer you an opportunity to experience a different culture and learn from it.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Passion for technologies, engineering and science and the willingness to step up to solve the toughest technical challenges are key for the success in this role. Equally important are the organizational skills, discipline, and systematic execution of project tasks. Your desire to continuously learn and grow and the ability to build relationships will be crucial.

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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $100,000-$130,000 per year. The successful candidate’s salary will be determined based on job-related experience/knowledge/skills, education, and complexity and responsibility of the role. Benefits include 100% paid medical, dental, vision insurance (75% for dependents), 100% paid life and disability insurance, 6% matching 401k, 15 vacation days, 12 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days per year, and eligibility for performance based annual bonus. Additional benefits and details can be found here.

MRDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MRDA participates in E-Verify. Detailed information: E-Verify and Right to Work Statement.