Lead Process Engineer Coherent Corp. - 3.5 Sunnyvale, CA Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Qualifications Manufacturing equipment maintenance Engineering reliability testing Machine setup Master's degree in physics Performance improvement leadership Mechanical Design Equipment setup (production tasks) Quality records maintenance Management Defect resolution root cause analysis Quality control product testing Bachelor's degree in Physics Procedural guides Technical documentation 5 years Bachelor of Science Leak testing Design of manufacturing processes Tooling design CAD design (engineering design task) Production deviation management Engineering process optimization Environmental compliance GD&T Technical support User training (technical support) Manufacturing standard operating procedures

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family Laser welding Analysis skills Full Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Lead the setup, development, and qualification of laser welding processes for the ASN WSS production line. Define process parameters, equipment requirements, work instructions, and acceptance criteria. Coordinate process verification, validation, and qualification activities with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams. Lead efforts to resume ASN WSS production, including equipment readiness, process recovery, and production line qualification. Monitor process performance, yield, quality, and reliability; identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Establish and maintain process-control plans, inspection methods, and related technical documentation. Provide technical support and training to production personnel. Drive continuous improvement to enhance process stability, productivity, and product quality. Maintain qualified laser welding equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality requirements. Education & Experience BS or MS in mechanical design, engineering, physics or related technical fields. Minimum 5 years of related experience. Skills Hands-on experience with hermetic sealing, optical/opto-mechanical systems, leak testing, and reliability-focused mechanical design. Experience establishing, qualifying, and maintaining manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production lines; laser welding experience is preferred. Proficiency in SolidWorks and familiarity with GD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, and DFM/DFA principles. Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving skills, with experience working with domestic and international suppliers to improve quality, yield, cost, and production readiness. 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 (