Prototype Engineer: Advanced Ceramics & Composites

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, PA, is seeking an Engineer to prototype with advanced composites and to develop production methods for ceramic-based materials.

You will program equipment using MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, and similar tools, and generate outputs on standard platforms such as Creo and SolidWorks. The role emphasizes continuous improvement via Lean/Kaizen, ISO, and 8D activities, with close interaction with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 0–5 years of experience in advanced machining field.
• Experience machining advanced materials is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM/CMM tools.

Responsibilities

• Prototype fabrication with advanced composite materials including design input and inspection.
• Develop and improve production methods for ceramic-based composites.
• Perform equipment programming in the assigned area (MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, others).
• Generate PC-based outputs on standard platforms (Creo, SolidWorks, MCAD/CAM tools).
• Interface with customers, tooling suppliers and test labs; drive Lean/Kaizen/ISO/8D activities.
• Transfer successful products to Manufacturing with documentation and training.

Skills

Machining of advanced materials

Machining methods

CAD/CAM/CMM software

External interfacing with vendors and

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MasterCAM

PC-DIMS

Calyspo

MX

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, PA, is seeking an Engineer to prototype with advanced composites and to develop production methods for ceramic-based materials.

You will program equipment using MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, and similar tools, and generate outputs on standard platforms such as Creo and SolidWorks. The role emphasizes continuous improvement via Lean/Kaizen, ISO, and 8D activities, with close interaction with customers and vendors.