Photonics Manufacturing-Sustaining Engineer

About the role

This position is a manufacturing engineering sustaining role responsible for Coherent Laser Light Engine products. The high-level goals for this position are direct engineering support of a manufacturing line to implement cost reduction and yield improvement measures whilst maintaining high quality levels and product output to meet demand in a Continual Improvement environment.

Primary Skill Set And Responsibilities

• Demonstrated hands-on technical ability and manufacturing engineering support ownership for a high-tech photonic manufacturing line that includes process and fixture development for builds with exacting diode laser beam shaping and control for free space and fiber coupled output.
• Proven record of successfully using robust data analysis in a high-tech manufacturing environment to drive down costs and improve FPY while upholding or improving product quality and performance.
• Experienced in applying problem solving techniques to ascertain root causes of issues and implementing robust formal corrective action plans with 8D format report outs.
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions to support equipment operation and processes and provide training for production staff.
• Comfortable having collaborative discussions on technical issues across a range of audiences such as manufacturing staff, manufacturing engineers, R&D engineers, senior management, vendors, customers and overseas manufacturing facilities.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 6σ, structured problem solving, Toyota PS, SPC and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with documentation control, BoMs, NCRs, PMs, FAIs, capacity planning & capex procurement, instrument calibration, regulatory issues (eg RoHS, REACH).

Education & Experience

• MUST HAVE: Minimum 5yr. experience in high-tech photonic manufacturing environment.
• BS/MS Optics, Optoelectronics, Physics or equivalent degree.
• Experience In These Areas Will Be An Advantage: Automation for the builds of precision optical alignment systems, MRP planning systems and Bill of Material structures, Oracle ability preferred, QMS IS0-9001, Electronics, basic PCBA circuit troubleshooting, Statistical analysis software, i.e.: Minitab or JMP, Programming skills, in particular LabView, 3D Printing, LSO (Laser Safety Officer), current or expired certification.

Working Conditions

• Onsite, Monday-Friday
• Safety Requirements: All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Culture Commitment

• 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

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.

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!