Sr. Engineer, Precision Engineering

Laguna Source; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Laguna Source in New York seeks a senior engineer to lead development of robust precision machine systems that deliver competitive advantage across our businesses. You will work across prototype and production-capable machines, partnering with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing throughout the full innovation lifecycle.

The role emphasizes designing and analyzing next-generation machines, integrating proven technologies, and collaborating with controls, optics, and materials teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in precision engineering applications.
• Strong knowledge of precision motion system design and metrology.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks or Inventor) and CMM/laser interferometer usage.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of next-generation, robust precision machine systems.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing across the full lifecycle.
• Interface with controls, optics, and materials teams to shape machine performance.
• Document IP and contribute to the innovation pipeline.
• Travel domestically 5–25% for installation, debug, and start-up activities.

Skills

5+ years in precision engineering

Precision motion system design

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Metrology, or Precision Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

CMM

Laser interferometer

Job description

You will lead the development of robust precision machine systems that deliver significant competitive advantage and enable new product lines across our businesses. Working across both prototype and production-capable machine development, you will partner closely with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams throughout the full innovation lifecycle. Your overall roles and responsibilities will include:

• Design and develop next-generation robust precision machine systems that provide significant competitive advantage to our businesses, and/or enable new products and product lines (prototype and production-capable machines).


• Interface with the Research, Development, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams involved in the innovation and manufacture of new products and machine systems across our business units.


• Design and analysis of first-generation/next-generation products, machines, machine fixturing, and machine components from a robustness-of-design perspective.


• Drive deep understanding of process requirements to directly shape equipment design, functionality, and performance.


• Integrate commercially available technologies and processes and effectively leverage external machine builders and system integrators.


• Utilize internal lab facilities and equipment to develop proof-of-concept prototypes.


• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including controls & process engineers, optical & materials scientists.


• Research intellectual property and contribute to our innovation pipeline through a disciplined approach to engineering discovery and development.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Metrology, or Precision Engineering


• 5+ years of industry experience working on precision engineering applications.


• Strong knowledge of precision motion system design.


• Proficiency in SolidWorks and/or Inventor; experience with metrology tools (CMM, laser interferometer).


• Track record of IP documentation, technical curiosity, and solving first-of-kind engineering challenges.


• Strong communicator; self-motivated and effective in collaborative, cross-functional environments.


• Ability to travel domestically 5–25% depending on project phase, including installation, debug, and start-up activities.

About the Company:

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a global leader in advanced materials science and engineered technology solutions, with a portfolio spanning multiple high-growth industries. It's an opportunity to develop and manufacture precision products and systems that serve customers across life sciences, consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and clean energy markets.

This position offers a competitive base salary, bonus, LTI's, 401K & pension benefits, and comprehensive industry leading healthcare and wellness plan. A relocation package is also provided for this position.