Manufacturing à United States

Senior Process Engineer

A-Shift

Minimum 40 hrs/week; overtime as needed

Optimax is experiencing exciting growth and expanding our team! We are seeking Optical Manufacturing Technicians at all skill levels. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new challenge, we offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to creating cutting-edge optics for a wide range of industries. Apply now and start your career journey with Optimax!

At Optimax, we build lenses that power cutting-edge technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. Our optics help shape breakthroughs that benefit humanity and protect our freedom. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. We are looking for motivated individuals eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects.

Job Summary and Essential Duties:

The Senior Process Engineer is a technical expert, problem-solver, project leader, and mentor. Responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods. This role involves hands-on work with manufacturing and measuring precision optics and contributing to team efforts.

Through on-the-job training and prior experience, the Process Engineer will:

• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting development projects; apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; confer with vendors; observe operators;
• Develop manufacturing processes based on product requirements; research, design, modify, and test methods and equipment;
• Review customer drawings for manufacturability and collaborate to ensure performance standards;
• Ensure product and process quality through testing and establishing standards;
• Guide technicians through design and development projects;
• Maintain professional knowledge via workshops, publications, and networking;
• Mentor junior engineers and operations staff;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Advancement is based on education, experience, skills, responsibility, and leadership potential.

Education Requirements:

• B.S. in Engineering or Applied Science.

Minimum Requirements:

• 10 years of optics manufacturing/testing experience or 15 years industrial manufacturing experience;
• Experience in precision optics production and metrology systems;
• Knowledge of optical materials and systems;
• Data analysis skills for process improvement;
• Effective teamwork and communication skills;
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Work Requirements:

Physical Demands include standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. May involve sitting/standing for prolonged periods and handling oils and solvents in a clean environment.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing setting with variable noise levels;
• Potential exposure to moving parts, fumes, oils, and solvents;
• May require safety training and area-specific precautions.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive pay and benefits, including profit sharing, tuition support, health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity & ITAR Compliance:

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and comply with ITAR regulations, limiting employment to U.S. persons or lawful permanent residents. For accommodations, contact HR at 585-265-1020.