Manufacturing Engineer

Production/Process Engineer

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

The Production/Process Engineer's primary functions are within a clean room manufacturing environment, focusing on a variety of Thin-Film-Deposition production support, development; including documentation, experiment, and equipment responsibilities. These are hands-on positions, close to the technology.

• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences, equipment, and processes in the fabrication of optical fibers. Interfaces with other disciplines in coordinating the release of new and revised equipment, processes and, products;
• Specifies, procures, installs, and reduces to practice new and modified manufacturing equipment and methods in an optical fiber manufacturing environment.
• Leads the transfer of processes, process improvements, and products from development to production.
• Develops, sustains, and improves manufacturing processes;
• Leads projects to improve yields and reduce manufacturing costs;
• Troubleshoots complex technical issues to root cause in production or in returned product in conjunction with manufacturing and quality staff;
• Trends and analyzes production data as required. Authors technical reports supporting development transfers, production problems, and process analysis/trending;
• Maintains required spare parts and systems to ensure uninterrupted production capabilities

• 3+ years of work experience in process equipment engineering and manufacturing support
• Successful record of hands-on equipment procurement/installation/startup projects
• Experience with machine control systems and process automation preferred
• Experience with quartz optical fiber draw and related processes a plus
• PLC experience a plus
• OMRON experience a plus
• Wonder ware experience a plus
• Infranor controls a plus
• Familiarity with SCADA system a plus.

• Demonstrated skills in AutoCAD or Solid Works a plus

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical OR Electrical Engineering OR related field