Manufacturing Engineer II - Coating

Thorlabs • Newton, NJ • 1w ago

Purpose of the Position

This position is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of optical thin film manufacturing processes, providing subject matter expertise and support for said processes, as well as facilitating continual improvement of Thorlabs' coated optics products. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

US Person or permanent resident required.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

Providing technical knowledge and documentation of the thin film manufacturing lab to production staff and Tech Support/Specials/OEM inquiries. Topics include vacuum discipline; coating equipment operation; coating process principles; substrate preparation, handling, and integration into the coating environment; coating fixture design principles; process monitoring and feedback.

Managing process implementation and providing documented feedback.

Leading engineering projects by utilizing resources and applying process optimization concepts to manufacturing.

Operating and utilizing metrology instruments for thin film characterization.

Identifying failure by Root Cause Analysis of thin film processes as well as documenting supporting data.

Documenting the installation and onboarding of new equipment with direction from senior members

Providing training and mentorship to junior members with guidance from engineering trainers

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience:

4+ years of experience of optical thin film coating experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience with thin film software and a good understanding of optical thin film design.

Strong experience maintaining and troubleshooting coating equipment.

Education:

Minimum bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, or one of the Engineering disciplines.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Ability and desire to work in a team environment and to interact with production supervisor, technicians and design engineers.

Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.

Skilled in writing work instructions and visual aids.

Amount of supervision required less than 25% of the time.

Strong problem solving/analysis skills.

Strong sense of confidentiality & ethical conduct.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to take direction and follow procedure.

SolidWorks, GD&T for coating fixture design.

TF Calc or Optilayer for coating analysis

Coating process design for manufacturing.

Physical vapor deposition theory.

Vacuum pump theory.

Film thickness control methods.

Material preparation and machine maintenance.

Must be able to work on ITAR restricted projects

Direct Reports:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

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