Principal Manufacturing Engineer – Laser Processing/Advanced Mfg

Cadence, Inc.; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence, Inc. is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer specializing in laser processing to lead innovative projects from concept to production in Suffield, CT. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in advanced manufacturing technologies and a strong background in laser techniques.

You will collaborate across engineering, operations, and commercial teams to drive growth by influencing the adoption of new technologies and methodologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge medical technologies, solving complex challenges that improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in laser processing or related advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes from concept through production.
• Experience supporting customer-facing projects and technical quotations.

Responsibilities

• Shape technical strategy and support new business opportunities.
• Develop manufacturing solutions and evaluate technical requirements.
• Act as the technical leader for awarded projects, troubleshooting and validating processes.

Skills

Laser welding

Laser cutting

Laser marking

Laser micromachining

Precision laser processing

Advanced manufacturing and automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Job description

Help Bring Innovative Medical Devices from Concept to Production

Principal Manufacturing Engineer – Laser Processing & Advanced Manufacturing

Location: Suffield, CT

At Cadence, we help bring innovative medical technologies to life. We partner with some of the world's most innovative MedTech and Pharma companies to solve complex manufacturing challenges and deliver products that improve patient outcomes.

We're looking for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer who is passionate about laser processing technology and enjoys tackling difficult technical problems, developing new manufacturing capabilities, and helping customers turn ideas into reality.

You will serve as the organization's go‑to expert for laser processing, helping shape our technical strategy, support new business opportunities, and solve challenging manufacturing problems across our operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our laser processing expert, you will work at the intersection of engineering, innovation, and business growth. You will partner with customers and internal teams to develop manufacturing solutions for new opportunities, helping determine how products can be successfully manufactured and scaled. You will evaluate technical requirements, recommend manufacturing approaches, identify equipment needs, and provide key input that helps us win new business.

Once projects are awarded, you will remain involved as a technical leader—supporting process development, troubleshooting, validation activities, equipment implementation, and customer discussions as needed.

You will also play a key role in advancing our laser processing capabilities across the organization by evaluating new technologies, establishing best practices, mentoring engineers, and helping our manufacturing sites solve complex technical challenges.

What Makes This Role Unique

• You will have a direct impact on business growth by helping secure and launch new customer programs.
• You will influence the future direction of laser processing technology across the company.
• You will work on a wide variety of products, technologies, and manufacturing challenges.
• You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams across multiple facilities.
• You will have the opportunity to introduce new technologies and capabilities that create a competitive advantage.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is recognized as a technical expert in laser processing and enjoys applying that expertise to real‑world manufacturing challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience with technologies such as:

• Laser welding
• Laser cutting
• Laser marking
• Laser micromachining
• Precision laser processing
• Advanced manufacturing and automation technologies

In Addition, You Should Have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in laser processing or related advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes from concept through production.
• Experience supporting customer‑facing projects, technical quotations, and capital equipment evaluations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering, operations, quality, and commercial teams.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing or other highly regulated industries is preferred.

Why Cadence?

At Cadence, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful products, solve complex technical challenges, and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing. You will join a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence—all while helping bring life‑changing medical technologies to patients around the world.

If you’re excited by difficult manufacturing challenges and want the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we’d love to talk with you.