Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser)

COHR Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

COHERENT INC. | COHERENT SINGAPORE PTE LTD | COHR MALAYSIA SDN BHD is seeking a Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser) to develop, implement, and maintain laser production methods, alignment procedures, and test protocols for fibre lasers and related products.

You will lead failure analysis, coordinate cross-functional projects, support technology transfers, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Physics, Science, or Engineering.
• Fresh graduates with a Master’s or PhD are welcome to apply.
• Skills in fibre optics, optical alignment, and laser system integration are a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead all failure analysis events to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver laser-related development solutions.
• Support product/technology transfers and continuous improvement in manufacturing.

Skills

Fibre optics

Optical alignment

Laser system integration

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

English communication

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Science, or Engineering

Master's or PhD welcomed

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser)

Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences, and test protocols in the manufacture of Fibre lasers and laser-related products, including optical/laser alignment & test procedures.

Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of engineering changes or new products, or provides an improvement proposal for product, process, or testing.

Involves a laser setup using sophisticated optical techniques and laser calibration using electronic control.

Works on problems of diverse scope where data analysis requires evaluating identifiable factors.

Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies when selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions.

Works from laser schematics and electrical diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform testing, fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting functions.

Lead all failure analysis events to identify root causes. Provide in-depth evaluation & analysis of situations and data. Develop and implement practical corrective actions.

Work with cross-functional teams to deliver laser-related development solutions, product & process cost reductions, and value engineering programs.

Provide technical leadership. Lead engineering efforts in product/technology transfers

Lead technical improvement projects and support laser-related manufacturing to create a continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications/Requirements

A university degree (Bachelor, Master, PhD) in Physics, Science, or Engineering.

Fresh graduates with a Master’s or PhD are welcome to apply.

Skills in fibre optics, optical alignment, and laser system integration are a strong advantage.

Ability to work with LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python is a plus.

Exhibits strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Demonstrates strong, structured problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Professional proficiency in English.

COHERENT INC. | COHERENT SINGAPORE PTE LTD | COHR MALAYSIA SDN BHD is one of the world's leading suppliers of laser and photonics-based solutions to a broad range of commercial and scientific research customers. We design, manufacture and market lasers, laser-based systems, precision optics and related accessories for a diverse group of customers. Since our beginnings in 1966, we have expanded our business through a combination of internal growth and the strategic acquisition of companies with related technologies.

COHERENT INC. | COHERENT SINGAPORE PTE LTD | COHR MALAYSIA SDN BHD is one of the world's leading suppliers of laser and photonics-based solutions to a broad range of commercial and scientific research customers. We design, manufacture and market lasers, laser-based systems, precision optics and related accessories for a diverse group of customers. Since our beginnings in 1966, we have expanded our business through a combination of internal growth and the strategic acquisition of companies with related technologies.