R&D Engineering Technician

Coherent Corp.; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking an R&D Engineering Technician to support prototype fabrication for new product and customer development. You will handle materials processing, machining, lapping, equipment operation, data collection and reporting, inspection, and assembly.

On-site position with a 5-day work week. Candidates should have an AAS in engineering or science and certifications such as CAM, CAD, ISO, Lean, or CMM knowledge. Equal opportunity employer offering growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or lab environment.
• Familiar with processing, furnaces, CNC machines, and CMMs.
• Knowledge of assembly operations and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, track and report projects for prototype fabrication.
• Develop and improve processing methods for inorganic composites.
• Characterize material properties and document results.
• Operate thermal processing equipment and CNC machinery as needed.
• Transfer successful products to manufacturing with documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing environment familiarity

Advanced equipment experience

Assembly operations knowledge

Strong mechanical aptitude

Strong computer aptitude

Education

AAS in Engineering or Science

Certifications: CAM, CAD, ISO, Lean, CMM

Job description

Job Description

R&D Engineering Technician to focus on prototype fabrication in support of new product and new customer development activities. Tasks include materials processing, machining, lapping, equipment operation, planning and scheduling, data collection and reporting, inspection, and assembly.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Project planning, execution, tracking and reporting
• Develop and improve processing methods for inorganic composite materials (preform fabrication, metal casting, mold production and assembly, programming and operation of advanced furnaces, programming and operation of CNC machining centers, precision finishing/lapping of hard materials, and other associated activities)
• Characterization of materials properties
• Detailed process and product tracking
• Measurement of dimensions, both manually and via computer controlled CMMs
• Interface with outside entities (raw materials suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers, machine shops, and test labs)
• Operate thermal processing equipment and controls
• Conduct manufacturing trials in support of Product/Process Development
• Transfer successful products to manufacturing, including documentation and training

Education & Experience

• New AAS in Engineering or Science fields (or equivalent training and experience)
• Relevant certifications a strong plus, such as CAM, CAD, ISO, Lean, CMM, others

Skills

• Familiarity with manufacturing and/or lab environment
• Experience with advanced equipment (materials processing, furnaces, CNC machining centers, CMMs, etc.)
• Knowledge of assembly operations
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong computer aptitude (data summaries, programmable furnaces and machining centers, etc.)

Working Conditions

Position requires on-site activities for prototype fabrication.

Work schedule is 5 days, 40 hrs per week, first shift.

Physical Requirements

• 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 attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

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.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!