Lens Engineering Intern or Co-op: Polymer Processing – Fall ‘25

Description

• Develop new analytical test methods to support processing development trials.
• Utilize current analytical equipment and explore additional equipment to drive understanding of the processing trials
• Collaborate with technicians to write clear and concise work instructions for new test methods
• Provide experimental design support for projects related to the manufacture and performance evaluation of GRIN polymer optics. Create experimental plans, facilitate, and conduct processing/testing, etc.
• The candidate should be able to listen effectively and grasp new concepts quickly.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to design and implement equipment modifications to improve the safety, reliability, capability, and/or capacity of production process equipment for GRIN lenses.
• Use data analysis tools and presentation tools to efficiently communicate experimental design, results, and conclusions to internal cross-functional technical teams.
• Manage project timelines and efficiently communicate progress, technical challenges, and successes.
• Participate in cross-functional FMEA and troubleshooting efforts related to the fabrication of GRIN polymer optics.

Required Qualifications

• Must be located in the Cleveland, OH area
• US Citizenship
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or equivalent
• Plastics processing equipment experience and/or familiarity with various analytical equipment (Cast film extrusion, refractometer, FTIR, SEM, microscopy, etc.)
• Design of Experiments and/or programming experience
• Experience with Data Reporting & Presentations
• 3D CAD experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent
• SolidWorks experience

To be considered for this opportunity, please send your resumé to jobs@peaknano.com with the Subject Line ‘Lens Engineering Intern or Co-op – Polymer Processing - Fall 25’.