Supplier Engineer - Mechanical

AMETEK, Inc.; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Zygo Corporation, located in Middlefield, CT, is seeking a Supplier Engineer - Mechanical to lead the technical interface with suppliers, ensuring mechanical designs are manufacturable and meet performance requirements. The role collaborates with internal teams to drive robust, high-quality components for precision optical metrology systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree and 5+ years in related roles, with strong root-cause analysis and process-improvement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelorrs degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years in mechanical/manufacturing/supplier engineering or related role.
• Strong understanding of precision manufacturing processes (machining, casting, fabrication, assemblies, paint, plating).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Hands-on root cause analysis and process improvement experience.
• Excellent communication skills with suppliers; experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical interface for mechanical suppliers for precision parts and assemblies.
• Review designs for manufacturability, inspectability, and robustness with internal engineering.
• Support supplier selection, onboarding, and qualification activities.
• Evaluate supplier processes for capability, repeatability, and risk in low-volume, high-complexity environments.
• Develop manufacturing processes, fixturing, and inspection strategies at supplier sites.
• Apply PFMEA, control planning, and process capability in risk management.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Analyze supplier performance data and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality for design-to-production transitions.
• Support new supplier introductions and engineering changes from concept to production.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Supplier engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

Communication

Travel flexibility

Quality systems

Education

Bachelorrs degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

SPC

Lean

Six Sigma

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Location: Middlefield, CT, US, 06455

Business Unit: Zygo

Posting Date: Jul 13, 2026

Job Description:

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and innovation?

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems. Join our team, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking a Supplier Engineer - Mechanical at our Middlefield, CT facility.

As a Supplier Engineer - Mechanical you will support and develop our global supply base for precision mechanical components and assemblies. This is a technically focused, supplier‑facing engineering role who will collaborate directly with suppliers and internal engineering teams to ensure mechanical designs are manufacturable, processes are capable, and components meet Zygo’s technical and performance requirements. The role blends design understanding, manufacturing process expertise, and structured problem solving, with quality and risk management embedded into engineering execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary technical interface for mechanical suppliers, supporting precision machined parts, fabricated components, and mechanical subassemblies.
• Review and influence part designs for manufacturability, inspectability, and robustness in collaboration with internal design engineering.
• Support supplier selection, onboarding, and technical qualification activities.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes for capability, repeatability, and risk, particularly in low‑volume, high‑complexity environments.
• Support development and refinement of manufacturing processes, fixturing, and inspection strategies at supplier sites.
• Apply PFMEA, control planning, and process capability concepts as part of engineering risk management.
• Lead or support root cause investigations for supplier manufacturing issues, nonconformances, and escapes.
• Drive corrective actions that address true technical and process root causes, not just symptoms.
• Analyze supplier performance data and drive targeted improvement initiatives.
• Partner closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure smooth transitions from design to production.
• Support new supplier introductions and engineering changes from concept through stable production.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, supplier engineering, or a closely related role.
• Strong understanding of precision manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, castings, fabrication, assemblies, paint, plating).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Hands‑on experience with root cause analysis and process improvement.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work directly with suppliers; experience supporting suppliers in a high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of PFMEA, SPC, Lean, or Six Sigma tools a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems (as applied to manufacturing).
• Experience working with global or distributed supply bases preferred.
• Ability to travel to suppliers or partner sites, if required.
• Communicating and influencing skills that foster collaborative problem‑solving across functions.
• Flexible and able to pivot with changing priorities.

Engage your drive to achieve results and to grow your career with access to hands‑on innovation opportunities, cross‑disciplinary projects, and advanced training.

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, confident, and problem‑solvers and where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success?

We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us! We offer competitive compensation, benefits, (401k), and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

Due to the nature of Zygo's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export‑controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 85,000

Salary Maximum: 105,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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