Optical Manufacturing Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute and maintain manufacturing processes in accordance with established SOPs.
• Support daily production activities, including station setup, calibration, functional testing, and process verification.
• Review and interpret product specifications and technical documentation for fiber optic modules and related assemblies.
• Identify process deviations, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain yield, quality, and throughput.
• Analyze test data to assess product performance, identify trends, and escalate abnormalities when necessary.
• Document test procedures, station setups, and results with a high level of accuracy and clarity.
• Generate detailed test and production reports to support engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and robustness.
• Train and mentor operators on manufacturing processes, testing procedures, and best practices as needed.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a high-volume manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in fiber optics, photonics, or optical module manufacturing is preferred.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve manufacturing issues efficiently.
• Experience working with optical test instruments and related communication interfaces.
• Ability to independently manage priorities and execute tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and process discipline.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Able to teach, guide, and support team members within the work group.

Working Conditions

• 100% onsite role.
• May require work in a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment, including wearing appropriate cleanroom attire (smock, mask, gloves).

Physical Requirements

• Able to move light equipment and tooling (

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to attend scheduled trainings, follow site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards.
• This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
• Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently.
• Risk assessments will be performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and compliance will be monitored.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE): Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
  Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
  Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
  Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
  Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

About Us

• Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components.
• We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.
• Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.
• It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.
• Come Join Us!