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Coherent Corp.

Optical Engineering Supervisor

Coherent Corp., Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087

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Base pay range: $70,750.00/yr - $130,875.00/yr

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Supervision of technician group to support new product development

Assist designer prototyping new product, test alignment GUI, test software

Assist engineer optimize integration procedures and training operators

Evaluate related technician’s performances

Help allocate resources in project, monitor project completion status

Clean optical components under microscope

Set up optical alignment stations

Manually handle, align and install diverse optical components using adjustment fixtures while monitoring diverse optical parameters, and adjust alignment to meet specs.

Optical performance test for OCS

Apply and cure UV glues to fix optical components

Inspect own work according to quality specifications; produce work that meets workmanship standards and strict quality criteria

Perform incoming inspections

Cross‑trained for upstream and downstream operations

Load and unload alignment stations

Correctly enter numerical data

Documentation and communication of suggestions for continuous improvement

Maintain good record concerning absenteeism and tardiness

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Basic reading and math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)

3+ years of experience in fiber optics related field

Experience in optical alignment and assembly using fixtures, hand tools and test equipment preferred

Demonstrated ability to work in a team based environment

Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently and work with others

Ability to recommend and implement improvements

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Skills

Good manual dexterity

Ability to visually inspect optics for cleanliness/defects using a microscope

Ability to clean optical components

Ability to manually handle, align and install diverse optical components

Ability to monitor diverse optical parameters and align optical components to optimize parameters until specs are met

Ability to provide feedback in development of new processes, tools and techniques working with Engineering team

Ability to work independently with minimal guidance from supervisor

Ability to solve problems & make correct decisions in short timeframes, often with minimal supervision

Ability to excel in cross‑organizational, cross‑cultural, global team environment

Handle special assignments with speed and effectiveness

Working Conditions

Regular use of a computer and other office equipment necessary

Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate business needs

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings

Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents

Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings

Safety Requirements All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities May be responsible for execution and maintenance of ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards within Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company values (ICARE): Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Enthusiasm.

Equal Opportunity 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.

Contact For assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact talentacquisition@coherent.com.

About Us Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components, offering innovative products for diversified applications. It provides a comprehensive career development platform with competitive compensation.

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