Laser Process Engineer, NPI

• Location 245 New Park Drive,Berlin, CT, 06037,United States
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Position: Laser Process Engineer | NPI

Reports to: Laser Technologies Manager

Location: Berlin, CT

As a Laser Process Engineer – NPI, you will be responsible for leading multiple facets of New Product Introduction by working independently as well as with cross‑functional project teams to successfully execute and launch new programs related to Laser Technologies, including Laser Cutting, Laser Welding, and Laser Marking.

• Become a trusted and respected AVNA team member through relationship building and collaboration.
• Lead by example and promote the AVNA Mission, Pillars, and Values.
• Support the continuous growth of new laser‑based business through the successful launch of new products that meet the project objectives.
• Manage and complete yearly goals and tasks, within budget and on time.

• Has a positive team focused attitude and can‑do mindset in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Responsive and assertive, self‑motivated, and hands‑on.
• Professional, collaborative, and adaptable. Works well under pressure and can manage change and complexity in dynamic social environments.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external customers.
• Analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills, with a results‑driven mindset.
• Drives total customer satisfaction, both internal and external.
• Seeks to understand other facets of Manufacturing including Quality, Design & Automation, Project Management, Accounting, Quoting/Estimating, Sales, etc.
• Can work independently and/or with cross‑functional project teams and other departments.
• Can multitask and manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Extremely detailed oriented, organized, and with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to make decisions, manage challenges, and offer solutions to challenges.
• Welcomes other’s feedback and ideas.
• Professional attitude and able to manage emotions.

• Drive and/or support all aspects of New Product Introduction related to Laser processes, equipment, and products.
• Drive and/or support new program launches and the successful transition to the Production/Sustaining teams.
• Ensure all Laser processes for new programs meet the established requirements (cycle times, efficiencies, quality, etc.) prior to the transfer from NPI to Production.
• Work closely with the R&D Laser Personnel to ensure a successful transfer and hand‑off of R&D projects to the NPI and Project Management teams.
• Develop and execute part, process, and equipment qualifications for IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Develop process development documents, protocols, reports, work process instructions, visual standards, training documents, setup sheets, parameter sheets, etc.
• Collaborate and support other project team members and Quality Engineers to review and create Process Routings, Control Plans, PFMEA’s, Material Data Sheets, etc.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to resolve nonconformances in the process.
• Set up equipment, create part programs, and develop efficient and robust laser‑based processes.
• Effectively communicate with internal team members, project management, or external customers, on different requests related to NPI for Laser Technologies.
• Support and/or drive meetings and conference calls, both with internal and external customers.
• Support and/or drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) discussions with internal and external customers.
• Develop the scope and drive or support the implementation and qualification of new laser‑based equipment for new programs.
• Willing to travel to customers, events, industry trade shows, AVNA’s Costa Rica facility, etc., as needed.

• Excellent Technical Writing and Presentation skills
• Proficient with Blueprint reading and understanding of GD&T
• Proficient with conducting DOEs (Design of Experiments)
• Able to troubleshoot machines and processes
• Experience with the following software is preferred:
• Solid Works, AutoCAD (Draft Sight), Cagila (2D & 3D), Laser Welding and Laser Marking software.
• Understanding of G&M Code
• Understanding of how lasers and optics work, both from a…