Photonics Manufacturing-Sustaining Engineer

Coherent Corp.; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Oregon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to sustain and optimize a high-tech photonic manufacturing line. You will support line-wide cost reduction and yield improvements while preserving product quality and output in a continual improvement environment.

The role requires hands-on engineering for diode laser beam shaping and alignment, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration across staff, R&D, vendors, and overseas facilities. Onsite work Mon–Fri.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a high-tech photonic manufacturing environment.
• BS/MS Optics, Optoelectronics, Physics or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on engineering support for a photonic manufacturing line.
• Drive cost reduction and yield improvements while maintaining quality.
• Develop processes and fixtures for diode laser beam shaping and alignment.
• Create and maintain work instructions and train production staff.
• Collaborate across manufacturing, R&D, management, vendors and overseas facilities.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Manage documentation, BoMs, NCRs, PMs and capacity planning.

Skills

Data analysis

Manufacturing engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Training staff

Process development

Education

BS/MS Optics

Tools

Minitab

JMP

LabVIEW

MRP/Oracle

QMS ISO 9001

Job description

Job Description

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.

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.

Culture Commitment

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

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

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

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!