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Staff Mechanical Engineer

Coherent Corp. US
Saxonburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Engineer Opto-Mechanical designs for various components, sub-systems and systems.
  • Collaborate with Operations Engineering to provide robust manufacturable designs.
  • Interpret various customer design request-conceptualize and communicate a potential solution.
  • Model and evaluate various CFD, Thermal and Structural simulations.
  • Illustrate, present and document all design concepts and simulations.
  • Define testing procedures of various optical and mechanical systems and sub-systems.
  • Research relevant topics and ideas for potential engineering solutions and new products.
  • Investigate root causes of engineering and processes that impact production and productivity.
  • Produce detail models and drawings for manufacturing for customer build to print orders.
  • Collaborate with operations as required for design/detail reviews.
  • Support sales and operations for customer inquiries and customer product development.
  • Design, detail tooling and fixturing and assemblies for manufacturing.
  • Create innovative solutions to design problems/issues as they relate to mechanical function of a component or sub-system.
  • Design and develop process improvement solutions as required and requested by operations.
  • Manage new product orders from start to finish.
  • Incorporate change management solutions to operations.
  • Perform mechanical and optical test in lab environment as required.

Education & Experience

  • Education: 4 year Mechanical Engineering Degree, BS minimum requirement
  • Experience: 0-3 years
  • Problem Solving
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Teamwork
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • Attention to details
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Analytical skills
  • 3D solid modeling-Creo
  • Knowledge of CFD, Thermal and structural simulations
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Familiar w/FEA tools (Creo Simulate, Ansys)
  • Metrology tools (mircrometers, calipers, CMM’s)
  • Mathcad
  • ITAR, EAR
  • Able to life <50lbs
  • Able to focus on computer ~6 hours/day

 

Skills & Other Requirements

  • Problem Solving
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Teamwork
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • Attention to details
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Analytical skills
  • 3D solid modeling-Creo
  • Knowledge of CFD, Thermal and structural simulations
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Familiar w/FEA tools (Creo Simulate, Ansys)
  • Metrology tools (mircrometers, calipers, CMM’s)
  • Mathcad
  • ITAR, EAR

Working Conditions

Office, manufacturing floor, and testing lab environment

Requires visual and mental attention. View computer monitor >80% of the day

Physical Requirements

  • Able to life <50lbs
  • Able to focus on computer ~6 hours/day

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corporate EHS standards

Quality & Environmental Responsibilities

Responsible for adhering to all ISO 9000 Quality Management System procedures and work instructions.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:

 

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.


 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.


 

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