Development Engineer II - Santa Clara, United States - Fujifilm Dimatix

Description

Overview:

Fujifilm Dimatix, Inc. strives to offer a healthy work environment that promotes individual responsibility and growth, a collaborative spirit, and an atmosphere that encourages learning, professional development and achievement.

We search for the most talented and qualified people for both external and internal opportunities. At Fujifilm, performance, development and accountability are the standards to which the company and its people strive toward. And to support its employees, we offer programs that motivate, educate and promote a healthy work-life balance, which increase employee satisfaction and overall personal well-being.

Fujifilm is committed to offering a comprehensive and flexible benefit program to meet the needs of employees and their families. This flexible approach allows employees to create a program that fits their lives. At Fujifilm, INNOVATION and PEOPLE matter.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Jetting Technology Center is responsible for the development of printhead technologies and operating techniques with the goal of implementation into future printhead products. These technology development activities include jet design, jetting operability, image quality evaluation, and jetting performance evaluation.

The Development Engineer will be responsible for working in the Jetting Technology Center applying advanced mechanical engineering theories, methods and research techniques in the investigation and solution of core technology problems. This position will contribute to the expansion of our inkjet printhead technology through development of new performance evaluation tools and improving our understanding of underlying device physics.

Strong interest to work in a hands-on laboratory environment, the ability to accurately measure printhead performance, and provide detailed analysis of results. Works closely with fellow JTC team members to define and implement new performance evaluation techniques and with the Product R&D team to provide feedback on potential design implementation.

KNOWLEDGE

A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.

JOB COMPLEXITY

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

SUPERVISION

Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Masters degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conceives and plans projects involving exploration of product and/or process problems, definition and selection of new concepts and approaches to the design or development of new or improved products and processes.
• Conducts independent technical investigations involving the application of the principles of electromechanical design in the origination or modification of material, component or process specifications and requirements.
• Design of hardware and software control systems. Including oversight of assembly / debug / qualification / implementation.
• Takes ownership of test efficiency and effectiveness. Seeks out opportunities to improve jetting performance evaluation techniques in both short and long term.
• Directs projects or major phases of projects and coordinates the efforts of technical support staff.
• Analyzes, evaluates and plans methods of approach and organizes means to achieve the solution of complex jet design and jetting operability issues.
• Works cross-functionally with, Business Development, Operations, Product Development, and outside Partners (Customers & Suppliers)
• Understands and enhances custom design tools to improve our ink jet technology platform through modeling and analysis.
• Provides core technology support for other projects as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Masters degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Advanced problem-solving skills utilizing science and engineering education to arrive at practical solutions.
• Familiarity with statistical methods
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work individually as well as interact with vendors, customers, and other engineers
• A strong interest and desire to work in a hands-on laboratory environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills required to gain cross functional support for projects, programs, and initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

DESIRED:

• Knowledge of ink jet printing systems
• Proficiency in MatLab

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ink Lab environment

OTHER:

• Other duties as may be assigned.
• Each employees primary objective is to assure that the quality, delivery and cost controls within his/her control meet or exceed all of our internal and external customers requirements.
• Each employee is required to abide by the Employee Handbook and the rules and regulations explained and provided at each orientation and training session. Special attention must be given to the safety aspects of these documents.

FUJIFILM Dimatix provides competitive wages, a generous benefits package and a friendly, dynamic working environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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