PURPOSE:

Conceives, develops, evaluates, and documents new design solutions for optical and mechanical components and auxiliary equipment systems. Plans and coordinates the technical development activities associated with development of optical components. Provides engineering assistance in the coordination and implementation of development, prototype tooling, fabrication, testing and evaluation, and transition to production of optical systems.

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Designs and develops individual components, sub-assemblies and assemblies for optical, mechanical or electro-optical devices, mechanisms and composite structures.

· Conducts benchwork experiments, build prototypes, and characterize optical and mechanical performances of prototypes.

· Contributes to schedule, and cost estimates for the Gentex technical activities for assigned R&D projects, coordination with other engineering departments.

· Work under minimal supervision, carrying out a variety of moderately complex to complex design assignments.

· Be responsible for appropriate engineering review and approval of the engineering change process.

· Contribute to and prepare technical requirements for system development and product fabrication specifications, these include component & end-item specifications.

· Direct efforts for the preparation of sketches and/or complete detail layout drawings for mechanical design documentation by providing direction, instructions or specifications to drafters.

· Provide engineering support by conducting experiments based on direction, this includes experiment planning / setup, data collection, and reporting of results.

· Develop products in a fast cycle time environment.

· Provide data and background for technical reports, proposals, and presentations that document and communicate the results and status of project activities.

· Schedule flexibility to support critical deadlines may be required.

Requirements

EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(s) and EXPERIENCE:

· B.S. Degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.

· One (1) to three (3) years of engineering experience with good mechanical and analytical aptitude. Prior experience with CAD, GD&T, Geometric Optics, or related Optical Materials knowledge is desired. Statistical Analysis, Research and Development techniques are desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· On the job learning - demonstrated ability to identify needs, take the necessary measures to improve competencies through experiences on the job as well as to quickly apply new learnings.

· Autonomy - Ability to assume own responsibilities and to work with minimal supervision. Encompasses the ability to exercise considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement in order to achieve objectives.

· Team Work - Strong ability to collaborate with others and to be a member of a team, while being respectful of other team members in order to reach department and company deadline and goals.

· Continuous Improvement - Ability to identify improvement opportunities, manage performance indicators and solve problems by accurately following the principles of continuous improvement.

· Proficiency in MS Office Suite, experience with 3D CAD package (SolidWorks preferred) and knowledge of statistical techniques.

· Possess Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as fluency in MS Office products, Visio, Project, and statistical processing software such as MiniTab or similar knowledge is preferred.

POSITION SUPERVISES: 

N/A

*CONTACT WITH OTHERS: *

Daily contact with other engineers, managers, purchasing, manufacturing and warehouse personnel.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; manual dexterity to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The individual must have the ability to solve practical problems and a general ability to interpret instructions furnished in verbal, written, diagram or schedule format.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works majority of the day in a climate-controlled environment, with the exception of or otherwise specified, performing work in the warehouse or manufacturing areas which are subject to changes in temperature and/or noise.

TRAVEL:

Limited travel required   

LOCATION:

Gentex's Carbondale facility is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Lackawanna County. Carbondale, PA is about twenty miles north of Scranton, PA, 50 miles south of Binghamton, NY, and about 125 miles from New York City and Philadelphia. The area hosts numerous nearby state parks, nature preserves and local colleges and universities, including The University of Scranton and Marywood University. Northeast Pennsylvania is a beautiful area and offers an excellent cost of living. It is a great place to work, meet people, raise a family and live!

At Gentex, we don't just accept difference---we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or on the basis of disability. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Gentex, please call our Human Resources department at (570) 282-3550.