The Senior 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.  Come join our growing team!

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Assists in design, development, and production of thin film deposition processes on assigned projects; ensures product designs meet customer specifications and technical requirements; develops design documentation, test procedures 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. 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. Support the 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.

Education & Experience

Minimum BS in engineering, physics, optics, materials science or equivalent 3-5 years thin film coating engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably at an aerospace company

Skills

Strong verbal and written technical communication skills Experience with thin-film design software preferred (OptiLayer, TFCalc, Filmstar, etc) Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software, including MS Office Suite, some CAD (Solidworks preferred), to support requirements for technical reports and analytical studies Hands-on experience in thin film deposition technologies (thermal and electron-beam evaporation, sputtering, chemical vapor deposition) Must possess a thorough understanding of the physics and practical mechanics of these processes Hands-on experience in characterization of coating performance preferred Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints Experience in process design, development and project planning is desired Ability to create technical presentations for both internal and external customers Strong analytical and problem solving skills. DOE and root-cause (RRCA, 5-Why, 8D) experience strongly desired Strong organizational skills and attention to details required Experience in creating and maintaining work instructions, procedures, process documentation with configuration control

Working Conditions

Employee will work in a hands-on manufacturing environment in a 50/50 split between desk and lab work Employee will work in a cleanroom wearing appropriate PPE where applicable

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods of time (30min+) Ability to work safely with and around various solvents and chemicals Ability to lift 5 - 15lbs frequently and 20-30lbs occassionally

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."

 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.