Engineering Manager- Process

Materion • Westford, MA

1d

About The Position

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! Summary Materion is seeking an experienced Process Engineering Manager to lead and develop our team of thin film coating process engineers. This role will oversee process engineering activities including optical coating design, PVD process maintenance, process improvement, and manufacturing support. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and technical expertise in thin film coating processes, with a proven track record of managing engineering teams to drive operational excellence, cost reduction, and product quality improvements. Additionally, the manager and their team will provide essential operations support by assisting with production planning and scheduling to ensure efficient manufacturing flow. Candidates must demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills across all levels of the organization, and the flexibility to manage competing priorities. The role requires the ability to work independently as well as lead a technical team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering and 10+ years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eligibility to obtain a security clearance.
• Export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working at optics companies, preferably through education and/or working at well-known first-class production technology companies.
• Six-Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental regulations, and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of thin film coating process engineers.
• Oversee process engineering activities including optical coating design analysis, PVD process maintenance, and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and support to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing process issues.
• Manage process documentation, including PPAP, FMEA, control plans, run files, and run sheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and monitor key process metrics such as yield, process capability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Operations to support new product introductions and ongoing production.
• Assist Operations by supporting production planning and scheduling to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing flow.
• Foster a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the engineering team and manufacturing environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and implement process improvements as a technical leader.
• Specify and validate new equipment needs, oversee capital projects, and manage equipment installation and validation.

Benefits

• The salary range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications.
• The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
• The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
• It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
• Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
• Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
• Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace.
• We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager