What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer, Optical Products position at CEVIANS LLC?
Summary:
The Process Engineer, Optical Products will be responsible for designing optical assemblies that incorporate custom glass, polymer, acrylic materials, and thin-film coatings. This role involves developing, improving, and maintaining manufacturing processes for optical products, including:
- Optical thin-film deposition
- Dichroic and conductive thin films
- Custom chemistry glass
- Optical bonding
- Polarization films
- EMI shielding
- Polymer manufacturing
- Plastic molding
The engineer will optimize processes, tooling, and manufacturing techniques to ensure designs meet product specifications. Additionally, they will serve as a technical interface with the coating production team and collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve process yields, product quality, engineering efficiency, and process consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop advanced manufacturing processes for optical products and components.
- Support both display and optical product divisions, contributing to research and development in advanced materials and optical bonding technologies.
- Research, experiment, analyze, and qualify materials and processes for new and existing products.
- Implement data-driven solutions based on rigorous testing and scientific evidence.
- Provide technical engineering support for customer projects, requiring expertise in material science, chemistry, optical bonding techniques, and materials.
- Maintain meticulous data collection and record-keeping for tests and process improvements.
- Utilize statistical tools such as Minitab or JMP for process optimization and Six Sigma methodologies.
Requirements:
Technical Skills & Experience
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
- Experience in glass fabrication (preferred).
- Knowledge of polymer manufacturing and optical bonding (preferred).
- Hands-on experience in liquid and dry optical bonding, adhesive applications, cleanroom practices, and environmental test equipment.
- Familiarity with metrology, optical measuring techniques, and equipment.
- Strong understanding of Six Sigma tools, including Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes and solve technical challenges.
- Experience designing and conducting environmental testing.
- Proven track record in working with production teams to meet customer specifications, expectations, and delivery timelines.
- Experience interacting with customers on technical and commercial issues, or in a program management role.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline (Advanced degree preferred, especially with research experience).
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or design environment.
- 2 years of experience in optics, optical bonding, adhesives.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Competencies & Attitude Requirements
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Positive and professional attitude.
- Results-oriented with the ability to work under pressure.
- Analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to train others effectively.
- Travel internationally up to 20%.
Benefits:
Cevians offers a variety of health and benefit programs, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and Paid Holidays. Benefits are effective on the 1st day of the month following the date of hire.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please email your resume to Emily Kale, HR Generalist, at ekale@cevians.com.
CEVIANS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer