Manufacturing Engineer

Ametek

$75K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (manufacturing/industrial preferred)
  • 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing (optics preferred)
  • Strong materials knowledge and understanding of CNC machining principles.
  • A passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges
  • Technical writing and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Analyze fabrication and testing results for process documentation
  • Design specialized tooling and fixtures for optical component manufacturing
  • Provide technical support to production and engineering teams
  • Research and implement innovative technologies for process improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement in precision manufacturing

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Retirement (401k) plan
  • Paid time off programs
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Operations team in Rochester, NY. Bring your passion and commitment to Navitar, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Process Documentation: Analyze fabrication and testing results, converting them into standardized work processes that ensure consistent quality and performance.
  • Tooling and Fixture Design: Design specialized tooling, fixtures, and processes that support the precision manufacturing of optical components.
  • Technical Support: Provide crucial support to production, engineering teams, and suppliers, helping to resolve process-related challenges and improve outcomes.
  • Innovative Process Improvement: Research and implement cutting-edge technologies in tooling design and process development, driving continuous improvement in precision manufacturing.


Required Skills:
  • A passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges and improving processes through innovation.
  • A collaborative spirit with the ability to support cross-functional teams in engineering, production, and supplier management.
  • Technical writing skills
  • Presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate professionally
  • Knowledge of mechanical engineering design using CAD
  • Understanding of GD&T


Preferred Skills:
  • Knowledge and experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), regression Analysis, statistical process control (SPC)
  • Strong experience in interferometry, optical testing, and general shop metrology.
  • In-depth understanding of optical specifications and fabrication processes in line with MIL and ISO standards.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (manufacturing/industrial preferred)
  • 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing (optics preferred)
  • Strong materials knowledge and an understanding of CNC machining principles.


Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

*Due to the nature of Navitar programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 75,000

Salary Maximum: 110,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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