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G&H (Gooch & Housego) · 1 month ago

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Torquay,Torquay,US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing, recognized for its quality and excellence in the photonics industry. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in the transition from New Product Introduction to full-scale manufacturing, focusing on improving processes and product quality.

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Act as the subject matter expert for Photonic Packaging & Fibre Optic Modular system manufacturing processes and products

Analyse and optimize the manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure consistent product quality

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, design engineering, operations, product management planning with seamless execution and transition of new manufacturing projects, including NPI/NPD in readiness for release to manufacture

Diagnose and resolve issues in production, including mechanical, electrical, and process related problems

Use data to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement across production lines that drive improvements in cycle time, yield, & reduction waste and overall manufacturing efficiency in line with CoPQ targets

Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with industry safety standards and regulatory requirements whilst also maintaining accurate records, reports, and documentation for compliance, quality assurance, and process audits & change management

Drive implementation and maintenance of LEAN and CI practices across the organisation

Support the training of new and existing processes, raising training and process corrective actions with operations value streams when required

Support product configuration and the engineering change control processes

Adherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality systems

Working positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity

Promote and display the G&H values: Customer focus, Integrity, Action, Unity, Precision

Qualification

Photonics engineeringManufacturing engineeringFibre optic systemsLean methodologiesSix SigmaNPI/NPDRoot cause analysisProcess validationOptics bondingCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in photonics engineering, manufacturing, or a related field

Proven substantial experience within manufacturing engineering, photonics packaging, fibre optic modular systems, including complex device manufacturing environments

Strong understanding of product assembly, testing, and handling processes

Proficient with NPI/NPD, PFMEA, process validation, and product line transfers

Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies

Technical understanding of root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation

Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and equipment, including fibre optic splicing, Photonic Package alignment systems, Reflow Soldering, Laser Welding

Proficient with optics bonding, UV Curable adhesives, alignment & testing

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in photonics engineering, manufacturing, or a related field is preferred

Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and equipment, including fibre optic splicing, Photonic Package alignment systems, Reflow Soldering, Laser Welding preferred

Product Lifecycle management within a highly regulated environment preferred