Process Engineer jobs in Santa Clara, CA

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Have good understanding of basic optical components and fiberoptic devices.
• Source and select optical components.
• Build prototypes based on optical designs.
• Characterize fiberoptic devices.
• Generate build and test reports.
• Develop SOPs (Standard Operation Procedure)
• Participate in qualification activities.

Education & Experience

• Ability to work with little supervision and to manage assigned tasks and projects effectively. 
• Ability to read, learn and analyze complex materials and processes for problems, research solutions in the public domain as well as creating/ developing innovative solutions.
• Ability to leverage knowledge and experience and apply it to solve problems resourcefully.
• Ability to search, locate and work proactively with external suppliers in the areas of his/her expertise to engage other capabilities into the project tasks involved in.
• Effectively manages multiple priorities and projects.
• Ability to teach and train others within work group.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Email, internet access and the ability to develop tools and/or special applications within these packages.
• Fiberoptic experience is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Good office working conditions.  Occasionally required to work in a Class 10000 clean-room environment, wearing smock with mask and gloves.

Physical Requirements

• Able to move light equipment and tooling (<25lbs) as needed when setting up manufacturing stations.

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.