Process Development Engineer Senior

At Coherent, Inc., we have harnessed the power of light to become the world's leading independent designer, manufacturer and supplier of high-powered precision electro-optical components and laser-based solutions for medical, scientific and commercial applications. And although that alone is impressive, what truly makes Coherent, Inc. unique is our work environment. It's a strong, stable work environment that values the individual and places a premium on teamwork. Couple that with tremendous growth potential and the only thing that'll will be growing faster than Coherent will be your career. With an incredible range of innovative medical, scientific and commercial lasers, Coherent, Inc. is home to the most talented professionals in the laser and optical industry. Come learn more about us. We're searching for others like ourselves to join the brightest team in the business.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The Coherent Integrated Optical Systems business unit is a precision optics and optical assemblies design and manufacturing group, which specializes in high-precision aspheres for a variety of specialized applications including semiconductor and flat-panel display manufacturing, ground and space-based telescopes, defense systems and other exotic scientific and government-sponsored programs. The business encompasses the Tinsley Custom Optics product line, and is located in Richmond, CA.

• Process Development engineers are critical members of our production and program teams, responsible for designing and developing critical optical fabrication processes.

• Interprets and evaluates optical component drawings and determines best processes and methods needed to meet drawing specifications.

• Develops and applies optical fabrication processes for the manufacture of ultra-precision optical components of various materials (glass, metal, ceramic) using both computer controlled (zone polishing) and conventional polishing methods.

• Develops and establishes standard manufacturing processes for the optical finishing department.

• Utilizes optical and mechanical metrology equipment to measure optical surfaces.

• Coaches and trains technicians in glass polishing techniques, optical fabrication methods.

• Responsible for leading process development efforts that expand capabilities, increase yield, and improve cycle time.

• Work on cross-functional teams to ensure completion of projects from substrate procurement through final coating and assembly. Primary Responsibilities

• Execute daily tasks towards facilitating the completion of fabrication thru all departments.

• Troubleshoot and solve manufacturing issues such as yield and specifications.

• Participate in Design Reviews and champion Manufacturing Readiness Reviews.

• Collaborate on cross-functional daily meetings to resolve any thru-put issues.

• Perform metrology set-ups and work with technicians on testing and polishing

Please apply online at https://www.coherent.com/company/job-search using JobID: 8724

Education and Work Experience:

 • The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience with precision optics manufacturing.

• Hands-on experience in the testing and manufacturing of aspheric components.

• Optical system alignment and assembly experience a plus.

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in a related engineering field required.