Full-Time
Applications Engineer
Technical Sales
Zaber Technologies
51-200 employees
Designs, manufactures, sells precision motion control
Compensation Overview
CA$35 - CA$45/hr
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Remote
Travel to trade shows in North America and Europe several times per year, about one week per instance.
Bachelor's
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- A technical degree, ideally in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, is required.
- The ability to explain concepts clearly and concisely through written and spoken English is required.
- Help customers choose solutions that meet their application requirements.
- Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients.
- Assist users with problem-solving over email and phone, including programming help.
- Advocate internally for customers' interests.
- Write technical content to educate and support marketing efforts.
- Attend trade shows in North America and Europe several times per year, involving about one week of travel for each instance.
- Previous experience in a customer-facing role, ideally with a technical support or sales focus, is an asset.
- Industry knowledge in photonics and optics, microscopy, industrial automation, or life sciences is an asset.
- Knowledge of languages other than English is an asset.
Zaber designs, manufactures, and sells precision motion control equipment that is affordable, integrated, and easy to use. The company’s devices are used to position and move components in fields such as photonics, optics, life sciences, microscopy, and industrial automation. Their products work by providing accurate, controllable motion through integrated hardware and control interfaces designed for straightforward setup and operation. Unlike many competitors, Zaber emphasizes being employee-owned and fostering an open, friendly, high-achieving work environment, along with a focus on affordable, fully integrated solutions. The goal is to simplify motion control so customers can deploy precise positioning tools quickly and cost-effectively across multiple markets.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Port Coquitlam, Canada
Founded
1997
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- DMA launched June 2026 at €3900, targeting cheaper piezo-like performance.
- Zaber’s 2026 product cadence includes RDQ rotary stages and OEM Microscope Core.
- Collaboration with Keyence Canada and SFU expands credibility in motion-control markets.
What critics are saying
- OEM microscope-core launch in Q3 2026 raises execution risk if demand slips.
- Global precision-stage rivals can undercut Zaber’s premium if sub-15 ms performance disappoints.
- Hardware reliability issues or API bugs would damage Zaber’s one-business-day support promise.
What makes Zaber Technologies unique
- Zaber’s 2026 DMA stage packs nanometer precision, controller integration, and 1-week shipping.
- Zaber’s direct-drive portfolio spans linear, rotary, and OEM microscope subsystems.
- Open-source APIs and no-code tuning tools reduce integration time for OEM builders.
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Benefits
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Stock Options
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Commuter Benefits
Company News
Zaber's new DMA OEM Objective Focus Stage: affordable nanometer-level precision. Published on 1 June 2026 Zaber Technologies announces the DMA Objective Focus Stage, a compact, linear motor solution for microscope system builders and OEM manufacturers. Starting at €3900 (with controller), the DMA delivers 50 nm repeatability and 10 nm minimum incremental moves, providing comparable precision to piezo stages at one-third the cost. This high-duty-cycle workhorse maximizes imaging throughput with sub-15 ms move and settle times and features an integrated controller within a slim 77 mm x 100 mm x 30.5 mm footprint. The Zaber advantage: integration that saves weeks. The DMA moves OEM systems from prototype to production faster by eliminating the "integration tax" common with complex focus stages. * Plug and Play Architecture: Start moving in minutes with integrated controllers and a simple two-cable setup * No-Code Optimization: Use the Zaber Launcher application Oscilloscope and Servo Tuning tools to maximize throughput and verify performance, without writing a single line of code. * Easy Synchronization: Connect with third-party hardware and sensors via integrated I/O and encoder outputs. * Developer-Friendly API: Integrate quickly using a modern, open-source API with sample code for each feature in Python, C#, C++, and more. * Simplified Topology: Daisy-chain with XY stages and other modules using a single data/power cable to eliminate the "cable nest." "The DMA offers the best of both worlds: the nanometer precision and rapid settling of a piezo stage, combined with the load capacity and long travel of a direct-drive system," says Mike Fussell, Product Manager at Zaber Technologies."By integrating the controller and counterbalance, we've minimized the footprint and cost, making it easier for OEMs to scale from prototype to production." Key applications. The DMA is ideal for demanding, high-accuracy imaging environments: * Spatial Biology: Rapid Z-stacking for high-throughput spatial workflows. * Digital Pathology & Cell Morphology: High-speed tile scanning with fast objective focusing. Drug Discovery: Reliable 24/7 operation for high content screening campaigns. * Optical Metrology & Semiconductor Inspection: Precision positioning with 1 nm resolution optical encoders. Instant availability & support. The DMA Objective Focus Stage is available for purchase now. In keeping with Zaber's commitment to simplified procurement, pricing is available online, CAD files are ready for immediate download, and the units ship within one business week. Every system is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee and a technical support team committed to 1-business-day response times.