R&D Engineer

Responsibilities

• Engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, including design input, equipment programming, equipment operation, assembly and inspection
• Develop and improve production methods for ceramic‑based composite materials
• Perform equipment programming in the assigned area of responsibility (Master
  
  CAM, PC‑DIMS, Calyspo, MX, others)
• Generate PC‑based outputs on standard platforms (Agile, Oracle, Cumulus, Creo, Solidworks, others)
• Continuous improvement via participation in Lean/Kaizen, ISO, 8D and other related activities
• Interface with outside entities (customers, tooling suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers and test labs)
• Transfer successful products to Manufacturing, including writing documentation and conducting training

• BS in Engineering or Science
• AAS in Engineering or Science with relevant experience in materials processing, manufacturing, machining, CNC programming or prototyping

• Knowledge of advanced materials and processing (ceramics, metal matrix composites, others)
• Knowledge of machining methods, including milling, turning, diamond grinding, EDM, laser and others
• Experience with design software, e.g., CAD (ProE/Creo, Solid Works, other), CAM (Master Cam, Surf Cam, Gibbs Cam, other), and CMM (PC‑DIMS, Calyspo)
• Aptitude for external interfacing with both vendors and customers

• Position requires on‑site activities for prototype fabrication (this is not a work from home position).
• Work schedule is 5 days, 40 hrs per week, first shift.

Hands‑on, lab‑based job environment:

• Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbs
• Must be able to sit, bend, squat and walk throughout the facility
• Depending on project assignment, may be required to walk/stand for the entire 8‑hour day

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

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.

• I - Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• C - Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• A - Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• R - Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• E - Enthusiasm – 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.