R&D Engineer - Machining

II-VI UK, Ltd.

Monroe (CT)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Monroe, CT, is seeking a skilled technician for advanced machining responsibilities. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and 1 to 5 years of hands-on experience in machining advanced materials. The role involves engineering prototyping, improving production methods, and transferring products to manufacturing. This is a full-time position requiring on-site activities and offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

1 to 5 years of experience in the advanced machining field.
Experience machining of ceramics, metal matrix composites, and other advanced materials.
Familiarity with CAD, CAM, and CMM software.

Responsibilities

Engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials.
Develop and improve production methods for ceramic-based composite materials.
Transfer successful products to Manufacturing with proper documentation.

Skills

Machining of advanced materials

Broad experience with machining methods

Knowledge of design software

Aptitude for external interfacing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MasterCAM

PC-DIMS

ProE/Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, including design input, equipment programming, equipment operation, pathfinder machining, assembly and inspection
Develop and improve production methods for ceramic‑based composite materials
Perform equipment programming in the assigned area of responsibility (MasterCAM, PC‑DIMS, Calyspo, MX, others)
Generate PC‑based outputs on standard platforms (Agile, Oracle, Cumulus, Creo, Solidworks, others)
Continuous improvement via participation in Lean/Kaizen, ISO, 8D and other related activities
Interface with outside entities (customers, tooling suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers and test labs)
Transfer successful products to Manufacturing, including writing documentation, specifying equipment, conducting training, and monitoring results

Education & Experience

1 to 5 years of experience in advanced machining field

Skills

Experience machining of advanced materials (ceramics, metal matrix composites, other)
Broad experience with machining methods, including milling, turning, diamond grinding, EDM, laser, ultrasonic and other
Knowledge of design software, e.g., CAD (ProE/Creo, SolidWorks, other), CAM (MasterCam, SurfCam, GibbsCam, other), and CMM (PC‑DIMS, Calyspo)
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:

Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbs
Must be able to sit, bend, squat and walk about facility
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.

CultureCommitment

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – 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.

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