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# Contract Advanced Machining Technology Specialist

- **Company:** Coherent, Inc.
- **Location:** Monroe, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $249,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Software Deployment, Software Engineering
- **Published:** August 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3355967281&tx=KP9595FFU&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Associate's Degree, Technical Certification, or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Technology, Machining, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
 * Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting advanced CNC machining platforms.
 * Demonstrated expertise with DMG Mori machining centers, preferably DMU 95 and DMU 160 platforms.
 * Experience with advanced machining applications including multi-axis machining, machine probing systems, setup validation, and production deployment.
 * Experience supporting product introduction and process transfer into manufacturing environments.

Skills

 * Expert knowledge of DMG Mori machining platforms, including machine applications, machining methodologies, and deployment best practices.
 * Strong understanding of machine-integrated probing, process verification, closed-loop machining, and feedback-driven process control.
 * Experience with CAD/CAM software and manufacturing process development.
 * Ability to effectively train operators, programmers, engineers, and manufacturing personnel.
 * Strong understanding of tooling, fixturing, workholding, setup optimization, and machining process control.
 * Ability to develop technical documentation, work instructions, and training materials.
 * Effective communication and collaboration skills across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations organizations.
 * Experience with Yasda, TaiyoKoki, or other advanced precision machining platforms preferred.

## Description

* Provide technical expertise and knowledge transfer for DMG Mori machining platforms, specifically the DMU 95 and DMU 160 machining centers, to Engineering and Operations personnel.
 * Train and mentor engineering and manufacturing personnel on machine-specific programming methodologies, machining strategies, setup techniques, in-process probing, and feedback-driven machining practices.
 * Develop internal capability for programming support, process development, machine utilization, and project deployment on DMG Mori platforms.
 * Support the transfer of products and processes into production through application guidance, setup validation, documentation, training, and startup support.
 * Share advanced knowledge of DMU machine capabilities, including automated probing, work offset management, process verification, and machine feedback systems to improve manufacturing robustness and repeatability.
 * Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer on advanced machining technologies and equipment, including Yasda and TaiyoKoki platforms, as applicable.
 * Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to establish sustainable in-house expertise and reduce reliance on external machine-specific resources.
 * Identify opportunities to improve machine utilization, process reliability, and manufacturability through application of machine-specific best practices and proven deployment methodologies., * Development of internal expertise supporting DMU 95 and DMU 160 machining centers.
 * Effective implementation and utilization of machine probing and feedback capabilities.
 * Successful transfer of products and processes into production using established best practices.
 * Increased organizational capability to independently support DMG Mori machining technologies and future project deployment activities.


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