Senior Optical Assembly Engineer — Laser & DFM Leader

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

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.