Manufacturing Engineer II - Coating

Overview

Base pay range : $86,441.00 / yr - $93,000.00 / yr. This position is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of optical thin film manufacturing processes, providing subject matter expertise and support for said processes, and facilitating continual improvement of Thorlabs' coated optics products. Location : Newton, NJ, with potential duties at other Thorlabs locations as required by the company.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide technical knowledge and documentation of the thin film manufacturing lab to production staff and Tech Support / Specialists / OEM inquiries. Topics include vacuum discipline; coating equipment operation; coating process principles; substrate preparation, handling, and integration into the coating environment; coating fixture design principles; process monitoring and feedback.
• Manage process implementation and provide documented feedback.
• Lead engineering projects by utilizing resources and applying process optimization concepts to manufacturing.
• Operate and utilize metrology instruments for thin film characterization.
• Identify failures by root cause analysis of thin film processes and document supporting data.
• Document installation and onboarding of new equipment with direction from senior members.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior members with guidance from engineering trainers.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Pay and Benefits

The estimated pay range for this role is $69,000 - $93,940 annually.

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few.

Direct Reports

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

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