R&D Machining Engineer

Coherent • Newark, DE • 1h ago

Summary

Collaborates and works with Engineers and Technicians in the R&D group to manufacture new products from advanced ceramic and metal matrix composite materials. Activities include hands-on prototyping, CNC programming, machining of proto@types (milling, grinding, EDM, lapping, other), fabrication of fixtures, design, process optimization (cycle time, quality, yield), and data collection. All results will be documented (data summaries, Work Instructions, reports). Successful new products will be transferred to manufacturing (specifying equipment, training personnel, monitoring results).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Machining (milling, grinding, EDM, lapping, other) of proto@types manufactured from advanced composite materials

Perform equipment programming in the assigned area of responsibility (MasterCAM, PC-DIMS, Calyspo, MX, others)

Generate PC-based outputs on standard platforms (Agile, Oracle, Cumulus, Creo, Solidworks, others)

Detailed process and product tracking

Continuous improvement via participation in Lean/Kaizen, ISO, 8D and other related activities

Transfer successful products to Manufacturing, including writing documentation, specifying equipment, conducting training, and monitoring results

Education & Experience

BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent engineering/machining education) with 2+ years' experience

Equivalent work and or education/work experience considered

Skills

Broad experience with machining methods, including milling, grinding, turning, EDM, and other

Working knowledge of machining advanced materials (ceramics, composites, other)

Experience with GD&T and inspection equipment, hand tools, visual tools, etc.

Knowledge of design software, e.g., CAD (ProE/Creo, SolidWorks, other), CAM (MasterCam, SurfCam, GibbsCam, other), and CMM (PC-DIMS, Calyspo)

Working Conditions

Position requires on-site shopfloor activites for proto@type fabrication

Work schedule is 5 days, 40 hours per week, first shift

Physical Requirements

Hands-on, shop-based job environment:

Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbs

Must be able to sit, bend, squat and walk about facility

Depending on project assignment, may be required to walk/stand for entire 8 hour day

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance..

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

Job Identification: 2014516

Degree Level: Associate Degree

Job Schedule: Full time

Pay Scale: $72,600 - $118,855 per year

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