Manufacturing Process Development Engineer (Optics/Photonics)

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina, United States

Company

hirify.global develops and manufactures advanced optical and photonic products.

What you will do

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, equipment, and methodologies from concept through production.
• Optimize processes to improve yield, throughput, cost, and quality using statistical process control and design of experiments.
• Design experiments to characterize process parameters, identify critical factors, and establish robust process windows.
• Collaborate with R&D, product design, and NPI teams on manufacturability and production transitions.
• Perform root cause analysis for process deviations, yield loss, and quality issues, then implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Qualify materials, equipment, and suppliers while providing technical support and training to operators and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing process development experience in a high-tech industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles, process control, and statistical analysis, including SPC and DOE.
• Experience with optical assembly, fiber handling, laser welding, thin-film deposition, or semiconductor fabrication is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, Python, or R, and CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems, manage multiple projects, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Work focused on efficiency, yield, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies are used to drive process improvements.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for candidates and employees with disabilities during hiring and employment.