Manufacturing Engineer at Thorlabs Newton, NJ

Thorlabs; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize assembly processes and equipment for specials, OEM, and standard products. You will work on the manufacturing floor to drive continuous improvements and occasionally assist other Thorlabs locations.

You will update drawings for better manufacturability, support in-process automation, and assist with new product introductions with emphasis on quality, cost reduction, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or relevant field.
• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling software.
• Knowledge of ISO and ASTM standards and documentation
• Strong ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
• Strong sense of ownership and work ethic
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
• Proficiency in basic computer use (MS Office) and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support and improve assembly procedures, equipment, and processes
• Improve assembly instructions, tools, and jigs for legacy products
• Define and implement COGS reduction efforts
• Update drawings and designs to improve manufacturability
• Facilitate the addition of newly designed products into the assembly department
• Implement and support in-process automation to improve the assembly process
• Solve and improve packaging
• Support and train assembly during new product introductions
• Support the additional demand from specials and OEM business

Skills

SolidWorks

ISO/ASTM standards

Troubleshooting

Ownership/work ethic

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer job at Thorlabs. Newton, NJ.

Purpose of the Position

The manufacturing engineer would work closely with but independently from the manufacturing floor to ensure that all aspects of the assembly process are being continually improved in order to deliver better value to our customers. Processes will support the manufacturing of specials, OEM, and our standard ecommerce products. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

Essential Job Functions

• Support and improve assembly procedures, equipment, and processes
• Improve assembly instructions, tools, and jigs for legacy products
• Define and implement COGS reduction efforts
• Update drawings and designs to improve manufacturability
• Facilitate the addition of newly designed products into the assembly department
• Implement and support in-process automation to improve the assembly process
• Solve and improve packaging
• Support and train assembly during new product introductions
• Support the additional demand from specials and OEM business

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or relevant field.

Education

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge on SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling software.
• Knowledge of ISO and ASTM standards and documentation
• Strong ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
• Strong sense of ownership and work ethic
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to work well in a group atmosphere and comply with high quality standards.
• Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
• Proficiency in basic computer use (MS Office) and communication skills

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 identify 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.

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.