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Who is Materials Science Solutions (MSS)?
IDEX Materials Science Solutions (MSS) is a business platform within IDEX Corporation that brings together a portfolio of industry-leading companies specializing in advanced materials, precision manufacturing, optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor, space and defense, and precision forming industries, IDEX MSS partners with OEMs to solve complex engineering challenges through innovative materials science expertise and coordinated global support. From concept development and prototyping to high-volume production, the organization delivers high-performance, mission-critical solutions that enable customers to advance cutting-edge technologies and achieve reliable, scalable results
ITAR/EAR CRITERIA:
Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.
The Manufacturing Engineer leads manufacturing engineering support for one or more production value streams within the IDEX Center of Excellence (optical components, machined components, and/or optical coatings). Supports daily operations while simultaneously identifying opportunities for improvement and advancement.
In additional to the technical requirements, the successful candidate for this role will be highly skilled in cross-departmental communication and documenting engineering
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Provides technical support and guidance to the production team, coordinating with other engineering team members as required.
Designs and develops fixtures, tools, proto@types, and other production support items using SolidWorks.
Maintains and improves technical documentation, including design records, routings, bill of material, and work instructions.
Trains operators and technicians.
For new products, leads and/or participates in the design and development process, including configuration management and production approval processes.
Teams with Quality Assurance to initiate and lead root cause investigations with containment plans and corrective and preventative actions.
Identifies, recommends and drives process and capability improvements.
Develops and maintains safe work practices
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Independent initiative and ability to efficiently acquire substantial knowledge of IDEX manufacturing processes, procedures and products.
Work effectively with minimal supervision.
Superb creativity and problem-solving skills.
Communicate effectively through email, presentations and technical documents.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to make decisions in high-stress situations.
Curiosity and a growth mindset.
Comfortable around heavy industrial machinery.
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable training others including engineers and technicians.
Supports company values including ethical conduct and high integrity in all actions.
PROFESSIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, optomechanical engineering, or an equivalent field.
Working proficiency in Solidworks or other 3D CAD system.
Ability to read and understand a variety of job-related instructions and documents, including engineering drawings.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks both of similar and varying priority.
Preferred:
2+ years' relevant experience
Experience with software and documentation control best practices
Experience with New Product Development (NPD) stage gate processes.
Experience with statistical data collection and analysis, and data driven solution implementation.
Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE)
Experienced in nonconformance and root cause countermeasure investigations.
Working knowledge of GD&T per ISO standards.
Prior experience in an Optics Industry supporting an Optical Fabrication (Machining, Glass Cutting/Forming, Glass Polishing) is preferred.
PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATION:
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Ability to:
Bend as is necessary for sitting, using computers, using the telephone, and computer mouse
Demonstrate eye-hand coordination
Operate testing and measuring equipment
Bend as is necessary for lifting from waist to operate testing equipment
Apply force to adjust and operate testing equipment, turn knobs and cranks
Manipulate fragile parts into and out of equipment to measure size and shape
Grasp objects in order to turn, wipe, adjust instrumentation and safely use sharp instruments
Twist and turn wrists and forearms to perform inspection of optics and to operate testing equipment and computer
Bend at the neck to perform inspection and testing of optics and related equipment
Perform legible written communication.
Ability to work in a Class 1000 clean room environment wearing appropriate PPE.
IDEX Materials Science Solutions, a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $78,200.00 - $117,200.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.
Benefits Package
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Family: Engineering
Business Unit: Life Science Optics
