Optical Coating Engineer

Supports activities for thin film coating processes, including coating design, tooling design, process development, qualification, and process documentation, and support of coating operations including specification and installation of new equipment, substrate cleaning, deposition, inspection, and characterization. Assist in monitoring of process controls parameters, and support of preventative maintenance programs and repairs for coating equipment. Supports program management and operations personnel with technical guidance on assigned projects.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in design, development, and maintenance of thin film deposition processes on assigned projects; ensures product designs meet customer specifications and technical requirements; develops design documentation, test procedures, Bills of Materials, and manufacturing work instructions with assistance from manufacturing engineering and operations personnel.
• Understands and uses precision test equipment to measure optical properties of thin film coatings.
• Assist in design and procurement of process tooling used in thin film coating processes, with assistance from manufacturing engineering.
• Assists equipment maintenance personnel in developing, documenting and implementing preventative maintenance and equipment repair procedures.
• Responsible for red-lining router tasks with assistance from manufacturing engineering.
• Resolves technical issues as they arise during coating operations with assistance from manufacturing engineering, quality engineering and operations personnel;  identifies root causes of manufacturing problems using analytical techniques; provides clear and concise corrective action reports.
• Troubleshoots product quality and production yield problems and leads corrective action teams.
• Supports manufacturing operations to ensure products are delivered on time.
• Assists Operations personnel in developing, documenting and implementing new equipment and new process maintenance procedures.

Education & Experience

• BS in engineering or related discipline, preferably in physics, optics, materials science, electrical or mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 2 years working experience; familiarity with thin film coating technologies and metrology preferred 

Skills

• Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software, including MS Word, Excel, Access, some CAD (Solidworks preferred), to support requirements for technical reports and analytical studies.
• Strong analytical, fault isolation, and problem-solving skills.  DOE and SOE experience strongly desired. Strong organizational skills and attention to details required.
• Experience with problem analysis and resolution
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others
• Ability to recommend and implement improvements

Working Conditions

• Lab environment - wear appropriate cleanroom attire and PPE as required
• Ability to stand for hours at a time

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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."