Laser Technologies - Laser Process Engineer - NPD
Berlin, CT, USA
Req #202
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Laser Technologies - Laser Process Engineer | NPD
Description:
As a Laser Process Engineer – NPD, you will be responsible for leading multiple facets of New Product Development by working independently as well as with cross-functional project teams to successfully execute and launch new programs related to Laser Technologies, including Laser Cutting, Laser Welding, and Laser Marking.
Goals:
- Become a trusted and respected AVNA team member through relationship building and collaboration.
- Lead by example and promote the AVNA Mission, Pillars, and Values.
- Support the continuous growth of new laser-based business through the successful launch of new products that meet the project objectives.
- Manage and complete yearly goals and tasks, within budget and on time.
Attributes:
- Has a positive team focused attitude and can-do mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Responsive and assertive, self-motivated, and hands-on.
- Professional, collaborative, and adaptable. Works well under pressure and can manage change and complexity in dynamic social environments.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external customers.
- Analytical, technical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills, with a results-driven mindset.
- Drives total customer satisfaction, both internal and external.
- Seeks to understand other facets of Manufacturing including Quality, Design, Sales, Project Management, Accounting, Quoting/Estimating etc.
- Can work independently and/or with cross-functional project teams and other departments.
- Can multitask and manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Extremely detailed oriented, organized, and with excellent time management skills.
- Ability to manage challenges and advocate in the best interest of all parties (OKAY and customer).
- Ability to make decisions and offer solutions to challenges.
- Welcomes other’s feedback and ideas.
- Professional attitude and able to manage emotions.
Responsibilities:
- Drive and/or support all aspects of New Product Development related to Laser processes, equipment, and products.
- Drive and/or support new program launches and the successful transition to the production and sustaining teams.
- Ensure all Laser processes for new programs meet the established requirements (cycle times, efficiencies, quality, etc.) prior to the transfer from NPD to Production.
- Work closely with the R&D Laser Personnel to ensure a successful transfer and hand-off of R&D projects to the NPD and Project Management teams.
- Develop and execute part, process, and equipment qualifications for IQ/OQ/PQ.
- Develop process development documents, protocols, reports, work process instructions, visual standards, training documents, setup sheets, parameter sheets, etc.
- Collaborate and support other project team members and Quality Engineers to review and create Process Routings, Control Plans, PFMEA’s, Material Data Sheets, etc.
- Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to resolve nonconformances in the process.
- Set up equipment, create part programs, and develop efficient and robust laser-based processes.
- Effectively communicate with internal team members, project management, or external customers, on different requests related to New Product Development for Laser Technologies.
- Support and/or drive meetings and conference calls, both with internal and external customers.
- Support and/or drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) discussions with internal and external customers.
- Develop the scope and drive or support the implementation and qualification of new laser-based equipment for new programs.
- Willing to travel to customers, events, industry tradeshows, AVNA’s Costa Rica facility, etc., as needed.
Skills
- Excellent Technical Writing and Presentation skills
- Proficient with Blueprint reading and understanding of GD&T
- Proficient with conducting DOEs (Design of Experiments)
- Able to troubleshoot processes and machines
- Experience with the following software is preferred:
- SolidWorks, AutoCAD (DraftSight), Cagila (2D & 3D), Laser Welding and Laser Marking software.
- Understanding of G&M Code
- Understanding of how lasers and optics work, both from a theoretical and practical perspective
- Understanding of statistical software and interpretation of statistical charts
- Understanding of Medical Device Validation/Qualification Procedures:
- PPAP/IQ/OQ/PQ
- PFMEA, GR&R, MSA, Test Method Validations
- Control Plans, Process Routings
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing.
- Experience and knowledge of Laser Processing including Laser Cutting, Welding, and Marking is highly preferred.
- Experience in Medical Component and Sub-Assembly Manufacturing and Medical PPAP procedures is highly preferred.
- Experience with developing robust and efficient processes and effectively launching new programs to high volume production.
- Experience in working with cross-functional project teams and external customers.
- Experience with custom machine solutions and automation is preferred.
Education
- BSME or equivalent work experience
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Berlin, CT, USA