Coherent Corp. · 2 weeks ago
Senior Principal Process Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$128K/yr - $224K/yr
7+ years expCoherent Corp. is a global leader in lasers and engineered materials, seeking a Senior Principal Process Engineer. The role involves sourcing and selecting optical components, building prototypes, and supporting production processes.
Semiconductors
Responsibilities
Have a good understanding of optical components, free space optics, fiber optic devices and fiber collimator coupling
Source and select optical components
Build prototypes based on optical designs
Characterize fiber optic devices and trouble shooting
Generate build and test reports
Develop SOPs (Standard Operation Procedure)
Participate in product qualification/reliability activities
Transfer the new product to manufacture and Support production
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in engineering or related technical fields
7-15 years of related experience
Have a good understanding of optical components, free space optics, fiber optic devices and fiber collimator coupling
Source and select optical components
Build prototypes based on optical designs
Characterize fiber optic devices and trouble shooting
Generate build and test reports
Develop SOPs (Standard Operation Procedure)
Participate in product qualification/reliability activities
Transfer the new product to manufacture and Support production
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
Able to move light equipment and tooling (<25lbs) as needed when setting up manufacturing stations
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards
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
Preferred
Fiber optic experience is a plus
Familiar with UV epoxies is a plus
Fiber Optical module package is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive career development platform
Competitive compensation program
Stability, longevity and growth
Company
Coherent Corp.
Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems.
10001+ employees
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