Senior Assembly Engineer /Lead Process Development Engineer

Excelitas Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Singapore is seeking a Senior Assembly Engineer to guide a technical team in developing production processes for optical products. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in engineering or a related field and proven leadership experience within a cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, managing projects, and ensuring safety compliance. This role offers a chance to contribute to innovative photonic solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in optical, laser, or fiber product development or manufacturing within a cleanroom environment.
• Hands-on experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), new product introduction (NPI), and process development.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom protocols, contamination control, and compliance with strict cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop the team for high performance and continuous improvement in laser/fiber assembly processes.
• Plan and manage projects to meet budget and schedule objectives.
• Implement engineering controls and conduct training to promote a zero-incident safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Process Development

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Root Cause Analysis

Customer Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Optical, Materials, Mechanical, or Precision Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry

Bachelor's degree with minimum of 8 years relevant experience

Job description

ENABLE your future through light.

Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense, and aerospace sectors.

ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting‑edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.

Our facility in Singapore has key functions in research and development, procurement, sales and finance for our Lighting and Detection business lines, in addition to key functions related to our Optics Manufacturing capabilities.

This site produces optical lenses such as spherical, aspherical and plano optics, with large machine shop capabilities and expertise in optical coating and assembly. Our photonic products and solutions serve a wide range of markets and applications in the areas of medicine, life science, industrial manufacturing, defense, and aerospace, as well as research and development.

We are presently seeking a Senior Assembly Engineer that responsible for guiding a technical team to develop repeatable production processes and enable operations to deliver products that meet the organization's Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) targets.

Main responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop the team for high performance and continuous improvement in laser/fiber assembly processes.
• Plan and manage projects to meet budget and schedule objectives.
• Oversee task planning, prioritize critical activities, and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Implement engineering controls and conduct training to promote a zero-incident safety culture, including laser safety risk assessments and audits.
• Take ownership of the product lifecycle, including RFQ management in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure timely closure of RFQs by tracking and reporting Turnaround Time (TAT).
• Lead and ensure successful execution of FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), FLP (First Lot Production), and FAI (First Article Inspection) to meet all customer requirements.
• Manage customer communications during escalations and report progress to management.
• Ensure operational readiness and smooth project handover to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturable, high-quality product designs.
• Champion Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to maximize quality and yield at every stage.
• Lead testing strategy, process development, and design reviews for new products.
• Prepare and document processes for production transfer, including risk assessments and tooling development.
• Implement process controls, support technician training, and resolve technical issues using SPC, 8D, FMEA, and DOE methodologies.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance yield, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Optical, Materials, Mechanical, or Precision Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry; or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Proven leadership experience in optical, laser, or fiber product development or manufacturing within a cleanroom environment.
• Hands‑on experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), new product introduction (NPI), and process development.
• Experience in commissioning test and measurement systems.
• Familiarity with implementing and maintaining process controls and quality assurance systems.
• Practical knowledge of root cause analysis, 8D problem‑solving, and conducting Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience in customer interfacing and leading escalations or technical discussions.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and AS9100 environments.
• Knowledge of part number generation processes and change control procedures.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom protocols, contamination control, and compliance with strict cleanliness and safety standards.
• Experience implementing safety programs, including conducting risk assessments, safety audits, and delivering safety training—particularly in laser safety.

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Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! Visit: www.excelitas.com/join-our-team

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