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Professional and Continuing Education
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Daniel Bagley

2 Nottingham Ct, Londonderry,NH

Summary

Dynamic Senior Process Engineer with a proven track record at Materion Precision Optics, excelling in new product development and process implementation. Reliable team player known for adaptability and results oriented approach. Adept at problem-solving and fostering collaboration within diverse teams to drive innovative solutions to meet evolving customer and market demands.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Process Engineer

Materion Precision Optics
12.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded technology transfer activities, ensuring smooth production scale-up from pilot plant to full-scale manufacturing operations.
  • Lead the preparation of technical reports documenting project progress, findings, recommendations, and lessons learned for future reference.
  • Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
  • Managed 5+ coating systems spanning multiple technologies such as magnetron sputtering, ion beam sputtering, electron beam evaporation and ion assisted deposition.
  • Developed strong collaborative relationships with customers by working to refine product specifications and tailor manufacturing methods to deliver exceptional product accuracy and quality.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
  • Mentored junior engineers, supporting their professional growth through technical guidance and coaching.

Process Engineer II

Materion Precision Optics
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Identified, validated and implemented process equipment necessary to ramp production of new bushiness opportunities in solder assembly and metalized films.
  • Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
  • Collaborate with customers to develop and deliver complex solutions and products, including optical filter design of visible and infrared coatings, hermetic packages, and Nanogetter films
  • Developed documentation, procedures, work instructions, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
  • Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
  • Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.

Manufacturing Engineer

Materion Precision Optics
09.2018 - 03.2022
  • Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop detailed manufacturing plans and coordinate production.
  • Spearheaded integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, keeping company at forefront of industry advancements.
  • Created detailed operating procedures for equipment to assist in technician training and seamless transition into production.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to targeted improvements in manufacturing processes.
  • Engaged in continuous improvement efforts, regularly reviewing and refining processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Designed detailed tooling, fixtures and product solutions using CAD

Student Intern

GE Aviation
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team to propose solutions to increase manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
  • Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
  • Developed strong communication skills by presenting findings in team meetings and collaborating on group projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

University of New Hampshire
Manchester, NH
05-2018

Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

New Hampshire Technical Institute
Concord, NH
05-2015

No Degree - Mechanical Engineering

University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA
05-2011

Skills

  • Proven effective problem-solving abilities
  • Experienced in developing and reviewing technical documentation
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Customer relations
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Experienced in diverse team environments
  • Process development
  • Process implementation
  • Process validation
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Well versed in Microsoft office, Autodesk CAD , optical design software (Filmstar)

Professional and Continuing Education

Selected to participate in Materion Talent Accelerator Program (MTAP) 2024-2025 cohort

Timeline

Senior Process Engineer

Materion Precision Optics
12.2022 - Current

Process Engineer II

Materion Precision Optics
03.2022 - 12.2022

Manufacturing Engineer

Materion Precision Optics
09.2018 - 03.2022

Student Intern

GE Aviation
09.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

University of New Hampshire

Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

New Hampshire Technical Institute

No Degree - Mechanical Engineering

University of Massachusetts, Lowell