An Opto-Mechanical Process Development Engineer is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the Fairport, NY area. This role will develop and implement new opto-mechanical manufacturing processes for precision and laser optics, ensuring seamless integration with product development, risk assessment, and production teams.
location: Fairport, New York
job type: Contract
salary: $61.22 - 85.71 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Apply DF/X principles to minimize costs, eliminate waste, and ensure stable processes.
- Participate in Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR) and Critical Design Reviews (CDR) for new product development.
- Conduct Manufacturing Risk Assessments and oversee Risk Reduction activities.
- Develop and specify new manufacturing techniques, tools, fixtures, and test equipment.
- Create process flow charts, work instructions, checklists, and other build strategy documentation.
- Ensure prototype and pilot builds meet quality and delivery requirements.
- Train manufacturing personnel on new processes and capabilities.
- Stay up to date with manufacturing trends and collaborate with industry experts.
- Identify and recommend activities to address manufacturing capability gaps.
- Optical metrology (interferometers, profilometers, autocollimators).
- CNC machining and programming (G-code, MasterCam).
- 3D solid modeling (Creo CAD software).
- Manufacturing process development in an optics environment.
- Plano polishing and pitch lapping.
- Understanding of optical coatings and high-power laser interactions.
- BS in Optical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or
- AAS with 10+ years of optics experience.
- 3+ years in optics manufacturing.
- Precision machining, measurement, and assembly.
- Optical materials, components, and coatings.
- Hands-on experience with high-precision optical and mechanical assemblies.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
