Equipment Engineer - Project Fremont

COHERENT; Calamba; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd is seeking an engineer to install, qualify, maintain and optimize laser assembly and test equipment in our Laguna facility. You will ensure reliability, performance and production readiness through proactive maintenance and data-driven improvements.

You will troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and support upgrades, automation projects and process enhancements to boost yield and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Install, qualify, maintain and optimize laser assembly and test equipment to ensure reliability and production readiness.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support equipment upgrades, automation projects and process improvements to enhance yield and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain equipment documentation, preventive maintenance programs and ensure compliance with quality, ESD, laser safety, cleanroom and EHS standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and production personnel to resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Automation & Robotics

Process Optimization

Equipment Qualification

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, qualification, maintenance and optimization of laser assembly and test equipment to ensure high reliability, performance, and production readiness




• Responsible on troubleshooting equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness




• Support product development, equipment upgrades, automation projects, and process improvements to enhance yield, quality, and manufacturing efficiency




• Develop and maintain equipment documentation, preventive maintenance programs, and ensure compliance with quality, ESD, laser safety, cleanroom, and EHS standards




• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, equipment suppliers, and production personnel to resolve technical issues, provide training, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering or its equivalent. A highly motivated recent college graduate is encouraged to apply.

Skills

• Equipment Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining assembly and test equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.




• Automation & Controls: Strong knowledge of motion control, robotics, machine vision, sensors, and industrial automation systems for equipment integration and optimization is a big plus.




• Process & Equipment Optimization: Ability to improve equipment performance, process capability, yield, cycle time, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through data-driven analysis




• Equipment Qualification & Validation: performing equipment installation, calibration and preventive maintenance to ensure production readiness




• Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Proficient in structured problem-solving tools such as RCA, FMEA, SPC, and DOE to identify failure mechanisms and implement sustainable corrective actions.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite in a cleanroom or office environment.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to 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!

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