Lead Process Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the setup development and qualification of laser welding processes for the ASN WSS production line.
• Define process parameters equipment requirements work instructions and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate process verification validation and qualification activities with engineering manufacturing quality and supplier teams.
• Lead efforts to resume ASN WSS production including equipment readiness process recovery and production line qualification.
• Monitor process performance yield quality and reliability; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain process-control plans inspection methods and related technical documentation.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance process stability productivity and product quality.
• Maintain qualified laser welding equipment and processes ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality requirements.

Education & Experience

• BS or MS in mechanical designengineering physics or related technical fields.

• Minimum 5 years of related experience.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with hermetic sealing optical/opto-mechanical systems leak testing and reliability-focused mechanical design.

• Experience establishing qualifying and maintaining manufacturing processes tooling fixtures and production lines; laser welding experience is preferred.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and familiarity with GD&T tolerance analysis material selection and DFM/DFA principles.

• Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving skills with experience working with domestic and international suppliers to improve quality yield cost and production readiness.

Working Conditions

• Good office working conditions. Occasionally required to work in a Class 10000 clean-room environment wearing smock with mask and gloves.

Physical Requirements

• Able to move light equipment and tooling (<25lbs) as needed when setting up manufacturing stations.

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 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys 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.