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Mechanical Engineer

II-VI Aerospace & Defense
Bloomfield, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2025 CLOSED ON 4/23/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at II-VI Aerospace & Defense?

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to work in our Defense R&D and Manufacturing group in Bloomfield, Connecticut. This role centers on the design of fiber laser amplifiers and its opto-mechanical subcomponents. It includes significant levels of communication with internal departments such as manufacturing, electrical engineering, quality, supply chain, outside mechanical design and analysis contractors, and fabrication vendors.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Mechanical design and documentation of fiber lasers and components using SolidWorks
  • Creation of detailed engineering drawings for fabrication and inspection
  • Requesting quotes, placing orders, and interacting with vendors for mechanical parts
  • Communicate progress to management and internal stake holders verbally, electronically and through meetings
  • Structured use of Oracle PLM program for part number ECO, and BOM creations
  • Promote investigation and application of new technologies and industry trends to product design
  • Lead DFM efforts to decrease errors and assembly time of products
  • Participate in new product development programs
  • Support of current programs through hands on troubleshooting, ECO’s, and prototyping
  • Support quality department with incoming inspections and supporting documentation

Education & Experience

  • B.S. in an engineering degree program (Mechanical preferred)
  • Previous experience in product design with a 3D CAD program, preferably SolidWorks
  • Hands on experience in assembly of technical devices
  • Detailed drawing creation experience
  • Solid understanding of machining, sheet metal, and various metal fabrication methods
  • Commitment to details, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout job’s role
  • Must be a US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency

Skills

  • Experience with lasers or laser design
  • Experience in creating / using standard practices in SolidWorks
  • Experience with FEA and CFD simulation
  • Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and 3D printing practices
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills - comfortable working across a variety of functions and levels

Working Conditions

  • Onsite
  • M-F, normal business hours

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the 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.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems. II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck. If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.

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