Manufacturing Engineer bei General Carbide

Description

About Us

We are a rapidly growing optics manufacturing facility specializing in high-precision optics polishing and metrology. As a new and innovative site within an established company, we are building our processes, protocols, and team from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to join a cutting-edge environment where your contributions will directly shape our capabilities and drive our growth. We're looking for a driven Manufacturing Engineer with Optics or Precision Machining Experience to help us scale and strengthen our technical operations.
 

Position Summary

As an Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll work hands-on with advanced polishing and metrology equipment to develop, optimize, and document manufacturing processes. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, consistency, and operational efficiency.

We’re seeking someone with strong technical skills, excellent communication, and a positive, adaptable approach to problem-solving. This role requires a practical, hands-on mindset and a willingness to work in both cleanroom and fluid-exposed manufacturing areas (PPE provided).

Attention to detail and a commitment to building reliable, scalable processes are essential. If you enjoy combining engineering expertise with real-world application in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this opportunity is a great fit. 

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain optics polishing and metrology equipment, ensuring precision and reliability

• Develop, review, and implement detailed process documentation and work instructions

• Monitor processes, analyze data, and lead continuous improvement initiatives

• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues in collaboration with internal teams and with external vendors

• Support training, certification, and technical communication internally and in customer visits

• Maintain compliance with cleanliness, safety, and quality standards across cleanroom and fluid-exposed areas

• Adapt flexibly across functions in a dynamic, growing, manufacturing environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field — or equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience

• Experience in manufacturing or process engineering with strong technical communication skills

• Detail-oriented with a proven ability to maintain quality and accuracy

• Comfortable working hands-on with advanced equipment in a dynamic environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, collaborative attitude

• Citizenship Requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Desirable Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience preferred; candidates with more extensive experience, or equivalent education and specialized knowledge, will also be considered.

• Background or experience in optical science/engineering or optical manufacturing is a strong plus but not required

• Familiarity with interferometers, profilometers, or other optical metrology tools

• Experience with CNC-based polishing, Magnetorheological Finishing (MRF), or related systems

• Comfortable in customer-facing roles and technical presentations

What We Offer

• A key role in shaping a new, state-of-the-art optics manufacturing facility

• Exposure to advanced optical manufacturing technologies and methods

• A collaborative, hands-on environment with real impact and growth opportunities

• A team culture that values respect, positivity, and constructive collaboration

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package