Senior Principal Process Engineer

Coherent Corp.•Sunnyvale, CA
•$166,313 - $230,125•Onsite

About The Position

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!

Requirements

  • BS or MS in engineering or related technical fields.
  • 7-15 years of related experience.
  • Have good understanding of basic optical components and fiberoptic devices.
  • Ability to work with little supervision and to manage assigned tasks and projects effectively.
  • Ability to read, learn and analyze complex materials and processes, search for solutions in the public domain as well as create/develop innovative solutions.
  • Ability to leverage knowledge and experience and apply them to solve problems resourcefully.
  • Ability to search, locate and work proactively with external suppliers in the areas of his/her expertise to engage other capabilities into the project tasks involved in.
  • Effectively managing multiple priorities and projects.
  • Ability to teach and train others within work group.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficient computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Email, internet and the ability to develop tools and/or special applications within these packages.
  • All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Nice To Haves

  • Fiber optic experience is a plus.
  • Familiar with UV epoxies is a plus
  • Fiber Optical module package is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of optical components, free-space optics, fiber optic devices, and fiber collimator coupling technologies.
  • Source, evaluate, and select optical components based on product performance, quality, and cost requirements.
  • Build and assemble prototypes according to optical design specifications and engineering requirements.
  • Characterize, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic devices to identify and resolve performance issues.
  • Generate comprehensive build documentation, test reports, and technical summaries.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support consistent manufacturing and testing processes.
  • Participate in product qualification and reliability testing activities to ensure compliance with performance standards.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including transferring products to manufacturing and providing ongoing production support.

Benefits

  • competitive compensation program
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