DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities
System Design & Analysis:
- Lead the development of detailed thermal and mechanical models for new products using advanced simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS COMSOL or equivalent).
- Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and thermal simulations to predict performance optimize designs and ensure structural integrity under various operating conditions.
- Validate models through physical testing correlate simulation data with experimental results and refine models for improved accuracy.
Project Leadership:
- Serve as a technical authority and mentor for the design team providing guidance on best practices in thermal/mechanical engineering.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables; coordinate crossfunctional teams including R&D manufacturing and quality assurance.
- Review and approve design documentation test plans and verification protocols.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
- Research and integrate emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance design efficiency and reliability.
- Identify and implement design improvements to address performance cost and manufacturability targets.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing failure modes and developing corrective actions.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with product management customers and suppliers to define technical requirements and resolve complex design challenges.
- Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders through presentations and detailed reports.
- Support the development of technical specifications regulatory submissions and industry standard compliance documentation.
Education & Experience
- Minimum 9 yr. experience
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineer or equivalent degree.
Skills
- Expertise in FEA thermal analysis and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
- Strong problemsolving skills with an ability to analyze complex data and propose innovative solutions.
- Excellent project management and leadership abilities.
- Proficient in industry standards and regulatory requirements related to product safety and reliability.
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal with a demonstrated ability to interact with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements
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 and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
CultureCommitment
Ensure adherence to companys 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.
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