Photonics manufacturing engineer

Coherent • Budd Lake, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Photonics manufacturing engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for testing electro-optical components and assemblies. This role involves performing tests on production parts using lasers, implementing and maintaining quality control procedures, and assembling/testing opto-mechanical and electro-optic prototypes. The engineer will also develop and maintain detailed documentation, identify and implement process improvements, provide technical support, and manage production schedules to ensure timely shipments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, or a master’s degree or higher.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly with optical systems and components.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with lasers, optical components, and related test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for testing electro-optical components and assemblies.
• Perform testing of production parts using lasers as required.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
• Assemble and test opto-mechanical and electro-optic prototypes.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), drawings, and procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Provide technical support to production and NPI teams as needed.
• Manage production schedules and ensure on-time daily shipments when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level