Job TitleJob DescriptionPrimary Duties & ResponsibilitiesEngineering prototyping with advanced composite materials, including design input, equipment programming, equipment operation, pathfinder machining, assembly and inspectionDevelop and improve production methods for ceramic-based composite materialsPerform 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)Continuous improvement via participation in Lean/Kaizen, ISO, 8D and other related activitiesInterface with outside entities (customers, tooling suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers and test labs)Transfer successful products to Manufacturing, including writing documentation, specifying equipment, conducting training, and monitoring resultsEducation & ExperienceBS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent engineering education)0 to 5 years of experience in advanced machining fieldSkillsExperience machining of advanced materials (ceramics, metal matrix composites, other)Broad experience with machining methods, including milling, turning, diamond grinding, EDM, laser, ultrasonic and otherKnowledge of design software, e.g., CAD (ProE/Creo, SolidWorks, other), CAM (MasterCam, SurfCam, GibbsCam, other), and CMM (PC-DIMS, Calyspo)Aptitude for external interfacing with both vendors and customersWorking ConditionsPosition 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.Physical RequirementsHands-on, lab-based job environment:Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbsMust be able to sit, bend, squat and walk about facilityDepending on project assignment, may be required to walk/stand for entire 8 hour daySafety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending 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 CommitmentEnsure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity – Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability – Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect – Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in WorkCoherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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