Description

Precision Optics Corporation is growing!

POC Is Looking For Engineers And Technicians Who Are Excited To Design And Build Cutting Edge Optical And Electro-optical Products For The Medical, Industrial, And Defense Industries. Founded In 1982 And Headquartered Out Of Gardner, MA, With Divisions In Portland, ME And El Paso, Tx, POC Specializes In

Optically based medical devices supporting revolutionary minimally invasive procedures, tests, and therapies.
Novel micro-optical components and high-precision micro-assemblies for industrial and defense applications.
Volume build-to-print and build-to-specification optics from the UV to Infrared for all market segments.

POC’s locations outside Boston in communities with roughly 1/3 lower cost of living, offer competitive salaries and high tech careers in the rapidly growing Medical and Imaging Product markets.

Please note: Relocation is not available for this position. Due to the need for our compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), candidates will need to be US Persons, per ITAR definition.
POC is not utilizing recruiting firms for this position.

Requirements

Job Summary:

POC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will assist in the design, development, testing and transfer to manufacturing of imaging systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to grow and develop their skills in a supportive and innovative environment.

Please Note: This position can be based in either the POCI Gardner, MA or Portland, ME office. This is not a remote position, but some flexibility may be available for occasional remote work, on an as-needed basis.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of imaging systems, complex lens assemblies, mechanical camera, assemblies.
Design fixtures and assembly aids to support the manufacture of imaging systems.
Create and modify 3D CAD models and engineering drawings.
Generate test protocols and reports, manufacturing work instructions, and other documentation relation to product development.
Document design processes and maintain accurate records.
Conduct feasibility studies and design verification testing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams; optical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, supply chain, quality assurance, and manufacturing.
Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and other relevant regulations.
Support the troubleshooting and resolution of design and manufacturing issues.

Qualifications

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, ProE).
Basic understanding of GD&T
Basic understanding of materials science; thermal expansion, stress and strain, failure modes
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes; machining operations, injection molding, lens forming, stamping
Basic understanding of mechanical testing including specification of test equipment, test set-up, measurement system analysis.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Knowledge of FDA and ISO 13485 regulations is a plus.

Desired Skills

Experience with design and integration of positioning systems; servos, positioning systems, piezoelectric devices, position feedback devices.
Experience with implementing and integration of testing data acquisition and analysis.
Familiarity with statistical analysis.

Education

BS, Technical Degree or Certificate Program in a related field and minimum 1 year relevant experience (including internships), preferably in the medical device, defense, or other regulated industry.

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