Laser Process Engineer

Knowles • Cazenovia, NY

82d • $80,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The position involves maintaining and developing Job Instructions and Work Instructions for both existing and new processes. The role requires collecting and analyzing data on yields and process capability, providing technical skill training to operators, and offering process support to minimize production down-time in assigned areas. Participation in project-based teams and supporting equipment troubleshooting and maintenance are also key responsibilities. The candidate will participate in the Material Review Board (MRB) for Root Cause investigations and may support contract review and process rulebook maintenance in support of new product designs. Compliance with company policies and programs regarding safety, security, ISO, EEO, and OSHA is essential.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience supporting laser drilling/cutting equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelors of Science in engineering/science, or equivalent experience
• Experience reading and understanding CAD engineering drawings using GD&T
• Experience measuring and validating workmanship to drawing specification, with optical measurement devices
• Ability to generate machine motion control programs (i.e. G-Code)
• Experience authoring job instructions and work instructions
• Proficiency in statistical methods (DOE, SPC, FMEA) and data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, MATLAB, Python, SQL)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, communicating to both operators and management
• Willingness to train others and work as a member of inter-disciplinary teams
• Must be able to perform lab duties in an ISO certified clean room, meeting gowning, ESD, and EHS requirements
• Due to US Export Regulations all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e. U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop Job Instructions and Work Instructions for existing and new processes
• Collect and analyze data on yields and process capability
• Provide technical skill training to operators
• Provide process support to minimize production down-time in assigned areas
• Participate in project based teams
• Support equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) for Root Cause investigations
• May support contract review and process rulebook maintenance, in support of new product designs
• Comply with and support company policies and programs regarding safety, security, ISO, EEO, OSHA

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Basic Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Security Clearance Incentive Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Overtime opportunities
• Alternate work schedules available
• PTO (10 days) and NYS Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Free Starbucks coffee available at our café
• Free access to our Fitness Center
• Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store
• Employee Appreciation Events

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees