R&D Engineering Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026. Coherent scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Summary: R&D Engineering Technician to focus on prototype fabrication in support of new product and new customer development activities. Tasks include materials processing, machining, lapping, equipment operation, planning and scheduling, data collection and reporting, inspection, and assembly.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Member of prototype fabrication team:
Project planning, execution, tracking and reporting
Develop and improve processing methods for inorganic composite materials (preform fabrication, metal casting, mold production and assembly, programming and operation of advanced furnaces, programming and operation of CNC machining centers, precision finishing/lapping of hard materials, and other associated activities)
Characterization of materials properties
Detailed process and product tracking
Measurement of dimensions, both manually and via computer controlled CMMs
Interface with outside entities (raw materials suppliers, equipment vendors, toll manufacturers, machine shops, and test labs)
Operate thermal processing equipment and controls
Transfer successful products to manufacturing, including documentation and training
Education & Experience
5+ years related experience or relevant combination of education and/or experience.
Relevant certifications a strong plus, such as CAM, CAD, ISO, Lean, CMM, others
Skills & Other Requirements
Familiarity with manufacturing and/or lab environment
Experience with advanced equipment (materials processing, furnaces, CNC machining centers, CMMs, etc.)
Knowledge of assembly operations
Strong mechanical aptitude
Strong computer aptitude (data summaries, programmable furnaces and machining centers, etc.)
Working Conditions
Position requires on-site activities for prototype fabrication.
Work schedule is 5 days, 40 hrs per week, first shift.
Physical Requirements
Hands-on, lab-based job environment:
- Required to frequently lift/push/pull a minimum of 35 lbs
- Must be able to sit, bend, squat and walk about facility
- Depending on project assignment, may be required to walk/stand for entire 8 hour day
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.
Quality & Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
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