Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer

MKS Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks fully paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer to support optical fabrication processes, especially in lens manufacturing. The role involves leading improvement efforts and providing technical guidance to technicians.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Optical Engineering and 5+ years of optical fabrication experience. The position offers a salary range of $95,000 to $140,000, a discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in optical fabrication.
• Experience with optical metrology and SPC.
• Familiarity with LEAN principles.

Responsibilities

• Maximize performance efficiency in optical manufacturing.
• Plan and coordinate manufacturing processes in clean room environment.
• Conduct cross-functional reviews for new designs.

Skills

Optical fabrication

Statistical process control (SPC)

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Optical Engineering

Tools

Zygo Interferometers

CAD/CAM software (G-Code)

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer to provide overall engineering support to optical fabrication, specifically lens manufacturing using various methods. You will provide independent review of processes, lead improvement efforts and drive process improvements to closure. In addition, an important aspect of your role will be to interact with technicians to provide sound technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Maximize performance efficiency in various areas of optical manufacturing
• Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes in a production and clean room environment: develop, evaluate, improve and monitor manufacturing methods
• Utilize your knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards
• Implement statistical process control tools
• Conduct cross functional reviews to ensure collaboration and cohesive manufacturing and measurement processes for new designs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Optical Engineering or relevant technical degree
• Organizational, analytical and communication skills
• 5+ years of experience in optical fabrication
• Experience with optical metrology using Zygo Interferometers and other metrology equipment
• Experience with SPC, FMEA, CAD/CAM software (G-Code), and programming languages
• Familiarity with LEAN principles

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Pay Range: $95,000 to $140,000 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement, and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.

MKS will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.