Lead Development Engineer

Coherent Aerospace & Defense Inc•Traverse City, MI

53d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Development Engineer for our location in Traverse City, MI. The Lead Development Engineer will play a pivotal role in new product development. This role is in charge of one or more individual development projects ranging from simple modifications of existing products and/or technology to the creation of new complex products and/or technology. The Lead Development Engineer will work with a cross-functional team to create innovative and enabling components for the photonics industry.

Requirements

Minimum seven years of related experience in a professional role with a Bachelor’s degree or related discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics required
7-9 years’ experience in a R&D or Engineering Product Development role required
Proficiency in Solidworks required
Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software preferred (COMSOL, Solidworks)
Experience with Agile DCS desired
Hands on machining experience desired
Strong knowledge of laser optics (fiber and bulk) and physics
Fiber optic handling skills
Strong critical thinking skills
Operation of low and high-power free space and fiber lasers
Working knowledge of ASME Y14 dimensioning & tolerancing standards including GD&T
Knowledge of various manufacturing techniques (machining, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.)
In depth understanding of mechanics and physics
Experience with material selection to optimize cost/performance
Ability to perform duties with minimal or no supervision
Strong PC skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Familiarity of CAD/CAM equipment and relationship of CAD to CAM
Knowledge of basic electronic manufacturing materials and techniques
Advanced arithmetic skills
Ability to use complex equipment, read difficult instructions, and maintain written records

Nice To Haves

Direct experience in complex mechanical engineering design efforts
Deep understanding of SolidWorks and Solidworks PDM
Opto-mechanical design successes

Responsibilities

Oversee various projects within R&D and/or Business Development utilizing the PDP Process as appropriate.
Design and testing of mechanical, optical and electronic components and devices
Create and maintain documentation (drawings, bills of material, device assembly procedures, schematics, test procedures, ISO, etc)
Assist production department with design and performance issues
Lead Product development projects and reporting out to management on project status
Work with various company departments and customers on design and scheduling issues
Technical customer interface on projects and general support for sales department
Commitment to ISO procedures and policies
Lead technical staff involved in a project
Perform other duties as assigned