Principal R&D Grinding Engineer

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive development of high speed grinding process with a strong focus on improving quality, throughput and manufacturing costs
• Initiate technical ideas to improve high speed grinding process
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the grinding process
• Collaborate with the other team members to understand the influence of upstream and downstream process on the substrate quality.
• Develop technical approaches, schedules, and deliverables with detailed project plan
• Implement innovative solutions to high speed grinding process
• Develop next-generation grinding process with higher throughput, improved quality and reduced manufacturing costs
• Deliver results with an expedited timeline
• Establish, review, and update both short-term and long term experimental plans
• Utilize statistical tools to characterize technological processes and determine process reliability and “bottlenecks”. Analyze process/product failure modes. Provide rapid feedback to the SiC production team
• Readily communicate the ideas, experimental and analytical results to the team in an open and timely manner to accelerate the technology progress
• Perform fundamental research related to SiC grinding process
• Be an expert in analytics tools and data analysis
• Actively participate in exploring next generation grinding technologies
• Generates scientific and technical ideas and contributes to the Intellectual Property of II-VI by writing IP disclosures and patent applications.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering,, Physics or Materials science with minimum 5 yr. high speed rigid grinding experience
• MS in Mechanical Engineering with 10yr. high speed grinding experience
• Solid experience in high speed grinding of semiconductor or hard materials such as GaAS, Si, InP, SiC and Sapphire
• Extensive knowledge of principles of surface grinding and associated grinders
• Extensive hands on experience with high speed surface grinders
• Experience in high volume manufacturing of semiconductor products
• Extensive hands-on experience with statistical tools and their use for process characterization, including failure and error analysis. Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural, global team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Skills

• Design of experiments methodology for process development, statistical software tools for data analysis
• Ability to manage projects involving procurement, installation and prove-in of grinders and associated equipment
• Ability to handle multiple priorities involving external and internal priorities
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and excel in a growing cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment
• Ability to work with vendors and evaluate technology
• Handle special assignments promptly and professionally
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency
  
  

Working Conditions

• Normally 9-5
• May require longer working hours in order to complete mission critical tasks
• On site in Pine Brook NJ and Easton, PA
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 10 lb. parts
  
  

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.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.

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About Us

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!

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