Process Engineering Technician

Coherent • Newark, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineering Technician will execute process development and process improvement experiments under the direction of Process Engineering. This role involves preparing equipment, tooling, fixtures, materials, and documentation for trials and evaluations. The technician will independently run manufacturing and engineering trials, ensuring accurate execution of experimental plans and collecting process, quality, and equipment data. They will assist engineers in evaluating process changes, new materials, and equipment improvements, and troubleshoot process and equipment issues, communicating findings to engineering personnel. Support for process transfer activities between manufacturing locations, performing inspections, measurements, and data collection using standard metrology and test equipment, and maintaining engineering equipment, fixtures, and trial areas are also key responsibilities. Additionally, the technician will assist with the installation, qualification, and validation of new equipment and tooling, accurately document trial results, and work closely with operators, supervisors, engineers, and R&D personnel to support manufacturing and development objectives. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and communicating these ideas to engineering teams is also expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, technical, maintenance, engineering technician, or related environment
• New AAS in Engineering or Science fields (or equivalent training and experience)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working with tools, equipment, fixtures, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to follow procedures while adapting to changing priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and data entry systems
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and communicate experimental results
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn new equipment and processes

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications a strong plus, such as CAM, CAD, ISO, Lean, CMM, others
• Experience with furnaces, thermal processing equipment, ovens, or programmable equipment
• Experience with inspection and metrology equipment
• Experience supporting process development, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering activities
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or problem-solving methodologies
• Hands-on interests and a passion for building, repairing, fabricating, or improving things, including: Automotive projects, Woodworking, Fabrication and welding, Machining, Robotics, Electronics, 3D printing, Home improvement projects, Personal technical projects

Responsibilities

• Execute process development and process improvement experiments under the direction of Process Engineering
• Prepare equipment, tooling, fixtures, materials, and documentation required for trials and evaluations
• Independently run manufacturing and engineering trials while ensuring accurate execution of experimental plans
• Collect process, quality, and equipment data during experiments and production evaluations
• Assist engineers in evaluating process changes, new materials, and equipment improvements
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and communicate findings to engineering personnel
• Support process transfer activities between manufacturing locations
• Perform inspections, measurements, and data collection using standard metrology and test equipment
• Maintain engineering equipment, fixtures, and trial areas in a safe and organized condition
• Assist with installation, qualification, and validation of new equipment and tooling
• Document trial results, observations, and process conditions accurately and completely
• Work closely with operators, supervisors, engineers, and R&D personnel to support manufacturing and development objectives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate ideas to engineering teams

Benefits

• Attend scheduled training
• Follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards
• Use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities
• 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.
• Adherence to company’s values (ICARE)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED