R&D Engineer - Machining
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COHERENT is hiring a R&D Engineer - Machining. The R&D Engineer will be responsible for engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, including design input, equipment programming, operation, pathfinder machining, assembly, and inspection. This role involves developing and improving production methods for ceramic-based composite materials and performing equipment programming. The engineer will also generate PC-based outputs, participate in continuous improvement activities, and interface with external entities. Successful products will be transferred to Manufacturing, including documentation, equipment specification, training, and monitoring.
Key focus areas include Perform engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, Develop and improve production methods for ceramic-based composite materials, and Perform equipment programming in the assigned area of responsibility.
Successful candidates bring BS In Mechanical Engineering Or Equivalent Engineering Education, 1 To 5 Years Of Experience In Advanced Machining Field, and Ability To Lift/Push/Pull 35 Lbs. Important skills include MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, Agile, and Oracle.
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities
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Engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, including design input, equipment programming, equipment operation, pathfinder machining, assembly and inspection
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Develop and improve production methods for ceramic-based composite materials
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Perform equipment programming in the assigned area of responsibility (MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, others)
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Generate PC-based outputs on standard platforms (Agile, Oracle, Cumulus, Creo, Solidworks, others)
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Continuous improvement via participation in Lean/Kaizen, ISO, 8D and other related activities
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Interface with outside entities (customers, tooling suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers and test labs)
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Transfer successful products to Manufacturing, including writing documentation, specifying equipment, conducting training, and monitoring results
Education & Experience
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BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent engineering education)
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1 to 5 years of experience in advanced machining field
Skills
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Experience machining of advanced materials (ceramics, metal matrix composites, other)
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Broad experience with machining methods, including milling, turning, diamond grinding, EDM, laser, ultrasonic and other
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Knowledge of design software, e.g., CAD (ProE/Creo, SolidWorks, other), CAM (MasterCam, SurfCam, GibbsCam, other), and CMM (PC-DIMS, Calyspo)
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Aptitude for external interfacing with both vendors and customers
Working Conditions
Position requires on-site activities for prototype fabrication (this is not a work from home position).
Work schedule is 5 days, 40 hrs per week, first shift.
Physical Requirements
Hands-on, lab-based job environment:
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Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbs
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Must be able to sit, bend, squat and walk about facility
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Depending on project assignment, may be required to walk/stand for entire 8 hour day
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust
C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] .
ABOUT US
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
Job Identification: 2011696
Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule: Full time
Pay Scale: $74,060 - $121,268 per year
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